The quiet streets of Genoa City are about to erupt in chaos as one of the most shocking revelations in The Young and the Restless history

comes to light. Holden Abernathy — the mysterious newcomer whose charm and calm demeanor once fooled everyone — is now at the

center of a chilling scandal. According to explosive new spoilers, Holden’s carefully guarded past is finally cracking open, exposing a string

 

 

of secret murders that no one saw coming. And if that wasn’t enough, Matt Davis’s sudden and suspicious death sends the town spiraling into fear, suspicion, and panic.

For months, fans have sensed that something was “off” about Holden. His cryptic phone calls, late-night disappearances, and unusual interest in several Genoa City residents hinted at a darker agenda brewing beneath his pleasant surface. But this week, the façade collapses

 

 

completely. Police uncover evidence linking Holden to multiple unsolved homicides—cases that stretch far beyond Wisconsin, cases that authorities believed belonged to a completely different criminal profile. The truth is more horrifying than anyone imagined: Holden has been moving from city to city for years, leaving chaos, bodies, and broken lives behind him.

 

 

The explosive revelation begins when Chance Chancellor, now working closely with federal investigators, receives new information about a cold case that suddenly connects to Genoa City. A forensic match ties Holden to a murder committed over a decade ago — a case that was presumed unsolvable. The discovery prompts a deeper search into Holden’s movements and aliases, eventually leading to a classified dossier that unveils a trail of victims. The chilling pattern paints Holden as a calculated predator who blended seamlessly into each new environment before striking.

 

 

As the investigation intensifies, the residents of Genoa City find themselves reexamining every encounter they’ve had with him. Sharon recalls cryptic conversations in which Holden hinted at “unfinished business.” Nikki remembers feeling a strange sense of fear around him, though she couldn’t explain why. Even Victor, a man notoriously difficult to intimidate, had recently issued warnings about trusting newcomers too quickly. It now appears Victor’s instincts were dead on.

And then — just as the town begins to process these revelations — tragedy strikes again.

Matt Davis, a friendly local contractor who had recently been working at the Abbott estate, is found dead under mysterious circumstances. At first, it appears to be a tragic accident, but Chance immediately senses something is off. The scene doesn’t match the story. There are no signs of forced entry, no struggle, and no known health issues that would explain such a sudden collapse. But what really sets off alarm bells is the fact that Matt was one of the last people seen speaking with Holden before the scandal erupted.

Did Matt discover something he shouldn’t have? Was he silenced before he could alert anyone?

The timing of his death raises horrifying questions about whether Holden is still in Genoa City — perhaps watching, hiding, waiting for the perfect moment to strike again. The fear escalates when police find Matt’s phone smashed beyond repair, suggesting someone intentionally destroyed evidence. Even more disturbing is a clue found near the scene: a single object linked to one of Holden’s out-of-state murder investigations. It’s enough to confirm everyone’s worst fear — Matt’s death was not an accident.

As the truth spreads, tension ripples through the Newman, Abbott, and Winters families. Nikki’s nerves unravel as she recalls her previous encounters with Holden. Victor ramps up security around the ranch, determined to protect his family at any cost. Jack, visibly shaken, begins questioning whether Jabot employees may have unknowingly crossed paths with a killer. Even Ashley, already overwhelmed with personal turmoil, finds herself spiraling again as she wonders whether she was ever in danger.

Meanwhile, Phyllis — ever the investigator when something feels “off” — digs deeper into Matt’s recent activities. Her search uncovers a shocking detail: Matt had confided in a coworker that he believed someone was stalking him. He dismissed it as paranoia, but now it seems Matt sensed the danger closing in. Phyllis shares her findings with Chance, and together they start piecing together a timeline that points to one chilling possibility: Holden killed Matt to cover his tracks.

The question now is simple but terrifying: Where is Holden?

Authorities believe he may be attempting to flee the state, but several Genoa City residents fear the opposite — that he has unfinished business and may be preparing to strike again. With multiple families on edge and secrets resurfacing from every corner of the city, the coming weeks promise to deliver some of the most intense, suspense-filled storytelling fans have seen in years.

Holden’s murderous past may be out in the open, but the danger is far from over.