THE Traitors chose their first victim tonight and decided which one of the Faithful they wanted to eliminate from the show.
In a secret meeting, the four hooded figures shared their thoughts on who they wanted to 'murder'.
As the cast flocked in for breakfast the next morning, they eventually realised Aubrey was missing.
Claudia Winkleman joined the group to announce that the 67-year-old from Loughborough had been 'murdered'.
One of the traitors explained why they had chosen him behind-the-scenes, saying: "I think it sends a message. I don't think anyone expects us who are here right now to chose Aubrey."
Ash added: "We have to take out the strongest link first."
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The disappointed Faithful was shown receiving a letter letting him know he had been 'murdered' overnight.
Aubrey guessed he had been picked for being too observant, saying: "I say what I see. Perhaps I should've kept quiet or whatever."
However, he did hint at a possible return, threatening the Traitors that they would regret having chosen him.
One heartbroken fan exclaimed: "Not Aubrey!"
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Another sighed: "F**ks sake Aubrey was the best one there."
But some viewers found the humour in the situation, saying: "Absolutely creasing at Aubrey repeatedly telling everyone how observant he is and The Traitors promptly sending him straight home."