Silent Witness fans have shared their sadness as the final episodes of the series aired on One.

Viewers are gearing up for the grand finale of Silent Witness season 28, with the penultimate episode I Believe in Love airing on Monday (February 3) night.

The intense episode starts off in dramatic fashion, with six people shot dead in a Syrian pizza restaurant. Nikki Alexander (portrayed by Emilia Fox) and Jack Hodgson (played by David Caves) are soon on the case to track down the shooter before tragedy strikes again.

Later, a suspect emerges from CCTV footage, only to be discovered deceased, an apparent suicide, while using the very same distinct bullets from the pizza place shootout.

Amidst the chaos, Nikki even finds a moment to look at wedding gowns ahead of her and Jack's upcoming wedding, reports .

While the drama unfolded on screens, distraught fans voiced their emotions on X (formerly ), caught between anticipation and longing for more. One posted: "It's time! I'm so ready but not ready for this at the same time."

Another shared their apprehension: "Am I ready for these last two episodes? Absolutely not!" and a third chimed in: "Here we go!! My emotions are out of control already, really don't want this series to end."

Reflecting the ambivalence, a fourth fan stated: "Never going to be fully ready for these two episodes but....episode 9 lets go!"

Fans have been pouring out their emotions over the latest season, with one viewer gushing on social media: "I couldn't wait! Just finished both episodes. And yes, I sobbed! ! This series has been truly outstanding, from storylines to forensics, to cast. I've loved it all. Congratulations to everyone involved in the making of #SilentWitness. See you all again next year."

The gripping season finale is set to hit screens on Tuesday (February 4) at 9pm on BBC One.

The broadcaster has officially announced that Silent Witness will be back for a thrilling 29th season, having received the green light this past January.

Holding the prestigious title as the longest-running crime drama currently on air worldwide, Silent Witness is gearing up to celebrate its landmark 30th anniversary next year.

Silent Witness is available to stream on BBC iPlayer

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