In a shocking turn of events on tonight’s *Coronation Street*, Dee-Dee learns

the devastating truth about her fiancé, Joel Dearing. Initially presented as

a charming solicitor, Joel has been hiding a dark secret since he arrived in Weatherfield.

Viewers recently discovered that he is involved in abusive behavior towards young women and was responsible for the brutal attack on Lauren Bolton. Following Lauren’s disappearance, a murder investigation led to Roy Cropper being wrongfully imprisoned, though he was ultimately exonerated when Lauren’s DNA linked back to a recently released trafficker.

As the plot unfolds, Lauren makes a dramatic return to Weatherfield, revealing to Joel that she is five months pregnant with his child. In a twisted attempt to control the situation, Joel poisons Lauren and confines her in his apartment, hoping to induce a miscarriage—one of his most heinous acts yet. Fortunately, thanks to Max’s timely intervention, Lauren gives birth to a healthy baby girl named Frankie.

Meanwhile, Dee-Dee begins to suspect something is off with Joel after discovering inconsistencies regarding a charm bracelet he supposedly bought for his daughter, Mae. Her concerns escalate when she learns from Joel’s ex-wife that he is still making payments on his previous apartment. As Dee-Dee investigates further, she stumbles upon Lauren’s necklace, recognizing its significance and its connection to Joel.

The plot thickens as Dee-Dee discovers Joel served as Lauren’s duty solicitor, prompting her to confront him. However, Joel deflects her questions, maintaining his composure. Despite her suspicions, Dee-Dee’s world unravels when she catches a glimpse of Joel conversing with Lauren in the hospital, leading to a heart-wrenching realization: Joel is Frankie’s father.

In a devastating confrontation, Lauren reveals to Dee-Dee the extent of Joel’s abuse, including how he attacked her and manipulated her into silence. As the truth comes crashing down, Dee-Dee grapples with the realization of Joel’s true nature. In a powerful moment, she stands by Lauren as she prepares to make a police statement about Joel’s crimes, while Joel eavesdrops, oblivious to the storm brewing against him.

The episode culminates in emotional turmoil for Dee-Dee as she seeks justice for Lauren and all of Joel’s victims. Determined to expose him, she throws herself into the fight, using her pain as motivation. However, a chilling development occurs when Joel goes missing, and his last known location is discovered on a bridge, raising concerns about his fate.

As tensions rise in Weatherfield, other storylines also unfold. Tyrone attempts to make amends with Fizz after a disastrous birthday celebration, while Bernie navigates the challenges surrounding Paul’s funeral arrangements. Meanwhile, Sarah waits anxiously for news from a loan firm, adding to the drama.

Stay tuned as the scandal deepens and Dee-Dee finds herself at the center of a quest for justice, all while trying to cope with the heartache caused by the man she thought she loved. Will Joel face the consequences of his actions, or will he slip through the cracks?