Coronation Street viewers were left shocked and horrified as beloved character Tim Metcalfe met his untimely fate at the hands of killer Stephen Reid. Played by actor Joe Duttine, Tim had become increasingly suspicious of Stephen in recent months, leading to a deadly encounter.
Serial Killer on the Loose
Stephen Reid has already taken the lives of three individuals, and now it seems that Tim has become his latest victim. Stephen murdered Leo Thompkins to protect the secret of his illicit dealings with Audrey's finances, and then killed Leo's father Teddy when he uncovered the truth about Leo's disappearance. Businessman Rufus also met a gruesome end at Stephen's hands.
A Desperate Attempt to Escape
As suspicion grew about Teddy's body being dumped in the canal, Stephen began to fear exposure. In a desperate attempt to silence Tim, who had discovered the body, Stephen climbed into Tim's cab and posed as a customer. However, it soon became clear that Tim knew too much, leading to a violent struggle inside the car.
A Shocking and Tragic Ending
Despite Tim managing to briefly escape, he was ultimately overpowered by Stephen. Knocked unconscious with a metal pipe, Tim was then tied up and taken back to the car. In a devastating turn of events, Stephen smothered Tim on the street before disposing of the car.
Devastated fans have taken to social media to express their sadness and anger at the loss of such a beloved character. Many are pleading with show bosses to find a way for Tim to survive, while others are vowing to take matters into their own hands if justice is not served.
Tim's undignified ending has left fans heartbroken, with many sharing their grief and disbelief online.
