In a stunning turn of events on Coronation Street, Joel Deering’s deceit

has been exposed, but there’s an unexpected twist. Last week, the soap hinted

at growing suspicions from DD and DS Swain regarding Joel’s shady activities.

In Monday’s episode, DD uncovered damning evidence that Joel had lied about a charm bracelet he supposedly bought for his daughter.

While investigating, DD discovered that Lauren Bolton’s pricey necklace was listed on the same shopping site Joel used. This discovery led DD to DS Swain, revealing that Joel had fabricated a story about passing the necklace’s picture to the police during Lauren’s earlier disappearance. After learning that Lauren was about to move to Belfast, DD followed Joel to the hospital, where she saw him and Lauren with their baby in the incubator.

DD then confronted Lauren with her findings, prompting Lauren to tearfully admit that Joel was the father of her child. Unbeknownst to them, Joel was eavesdropping and overheard Lauren agreeing to report him to the authorities. At the same time, DD took Lauren to meet DS Swain at the police station, while Joel was giving a statement to the corrupt cop, Kit Green.

Kit Green, who had previously planted evidence to frame Methan Curtis for kidnapping Lauren, was desperate to keep Methan imprisoned to avoid exposure. The episode reached a climax when DS Swain arrested Joel at the precinct, and Kit announced that Lauren would also need to be interviewed regarding allegations of illegal abortion pills. Viewers know that Joel had secretly drugged Lauren, leading to their baby being born prematurely.

The confrontation was intense, with DD accusing Joel of lying and Lauren tearfully confirming the deceit. Kit escorted Joel away, while DS Swain informed Lauren that she would be questioned under caution. The big question remains: Will Joel manage to escape justice for his lies?