It appeared for a while that Joel Deering might have to face consequences for his misdeeds. But according to next week’s teasers for Coronation Street, the police are compelled to free him without filing any charges. And he doesn’t take long to start looking for Lauren Bolton.
This comes as the net closes in around Joel, with the dogged DS Swain becoming convinced that he is responsible for Lauren’s disappearance. After discovering that Joel had been sending messages to her daughter, Betsy, she hauled him in for questioning.
DS Swain is on the case
While she was forced to let Joel go, it was clear that she still had suspicions over Joel. And, finding evidence of his wrongdoing on the station custody logs, it seemed as though she may finally get her man.
And with Joel again in custody, DS Swain is hopeful that she has finally cracked the case. Unfortunately, the detective hits a brick wall when she is once again forced to release Joel without charge. And, back on the street, Joel immediately heads off to find Lauren again.
What will Joel do when he catches up with Lauren?
Coronation Street spoilers: Joel is a free man
DI Costello tells DS Swain that they haven’t got enough evidence against Joel Deering. Gritting her teeth, Swain tells Joel that he’s free to go.
Later, Betsy listens in as Daniel asks her mum about the rumour that Joel fed Lauren drugs in an attempt to abort her baby.
Lauren comes face to face with Joel
Lauren sets out to visit Frankie. However, she’s horrified when she finds Joel waiting for her.
What will he do next?
Coronation Street usually airs on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8pm on ITV.
