Coronation Street spoilers: Is Paul Foreman responsible for Kel Hinchley's death?

Billy Mayhew certainly seems to think so

Author: Eden-Olivia LordPublished 8th Sep 2020

The body in the canal is confirmed as Kel Hinchley - Paul Foreman's mum's old boyfriend who groomed him as a child.

But Billy Mayhew has some serious concerns when Paul seemingly accidentally incriminates himself. When Billy confronts Paul, how will he react?

Elsewhere, Toyah Battersby and Imran Habeeb's good news is ruined when Steve McDonald and Leanne Battersby are told that Oliver Battersby isn't getting any better and won't be able to breathe on his own again.

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Desperate for a second opinion, Leanne goes to drastic lengths.

Meanwhile, Shona Ramsay's enthusiasm is disconcerting David Platt and she has a proposal for him which throws him completely off.

Also, Debbie Webster extends an olive branch to Abi Franklin and Kirk Sutherland uncovers Daniel Osbourne's new 'relationship'.

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The week gets off to a tense start for Toyah when Karen from social services gives her a grilling about Susie and her intention to pass her off as her own.

But later on she and Imran are delighted to receive a call from the services saying they would be happy to recommend them to the fostering panel.

But things aren't all rosy in the family as Leanne and Steve are delivered a devastating blow when they're told that Oliver is no longer able to breathe on his own.

Leanne's shock soon turns to anger and she accuses doctors of not caring about her son, determined to get a second opinion.

A specialist from another hospital comes to see Oliver but it's not good news as she agrees with the initial assessment. A desperate Leanne does some research online and finds a potential solution...

Elsewhere, David is grateful to Ray for his offer to put him up at a hotel while his house is repaired, and even suggests some builders.

While Sarah laments the loss of the kids' home and David is downcast, Shona is thrilled at spending some time together at Ray's hotel.

Later on, David goes to express his gratitude to Ray but soon is suspicions are roused when Ray offers to give David the full asking price for his unliveable home.

On Nina's advice, Shona goes to visit David at number 8 to tell him what a great time she had at the hotel and that she's ready to move back in with him, but David isn't so sure.

At the Kabin, Sally bumps into Debbie and after hearing of her situation at home, assures Debbie that Abi is a good woman and loves her brother.

Feeling mollified, Debbie extends an olive branch to Abi and over coffees in Victoria Gardens suggests that they start their relationship over.

Abi is relieved that she and Debbie will no longer be at loggerheads but is consumed with guilt as all she can think about is getting her next fix.

When Kevin arrives home from his trip, Abi comes clean about stealing some morphine from the hospital and leaning on Peter for support.

Kevin listens as Abi explains she hasn't taken any but that her drugs cravings are back as strong as ever. Will it be too much for Kevin to handle?

Meanwhile, Billy and Mary have called the police station and get confirmation that the body found in the canal was indeed Kel.

Billy meets with Paul and gently explains that Kel has been found dead. While Paul tries to put on a brave face it's clear he's floored by the news.

Later on a police officer calls round with some questions for Paul and Billy. As things become tense Paul blurts out he's not surprised Kel was murdered - but the officer points out he didn't say he had been.

After Paul's outburst, Billy's concerns deepen and he gently probes Paul about why he thought Kel was murdered and if he had anything to do with it. Paul is defensive.

Elsewhere, Daniel is thrilled to bump into Nicky in town and the pair grab a couple of cans to enjoy in Victoria Gardens together.

But a passing Kirk is stunned to see them together and worries about how Beth will react to Daniel moving on with a new girlfriend.

As Craig passes Kirk points out Daniel and Nicky and Craig realises he recognises Nicky but that he can't quite place her face.

Noticing Kirk and Craig watching them from across the street, Daniel suggests to Nicky she come back to his but she declines, saying she has a client.

But first, here's what's happening on Coronation Street this week.

When Oliver Battersby's seizure alarm goes off, Leanne Battersby and Steve McDonald rush him to the hospital where the doctors quickly put him on life support in ICU.

While Leanne is adamant he'll pull through, Steve and Nick Tilsley don't share her optimism but things get even more tense for Nick when he runs into his ex, Natasha Blakeman, in the car park.

Corrie fans will remember Natasha from a DECADE ago (how has it been that long?) when she was dumped by Nick before finding out she was pregnant with his baby.

Debbi extends an olive branch to Abi

He took her back but she later had a secret abortion, and when Gail Platt unearthed the whole thing, she left in a taxi for good.

UNTIL NOW.

Will the chemistry between them still crackle?

Elsewhere, Sally Metcalfe manages to swipe Geoff Metcalfe's laptop from number six and is finally able to prove to Tim Metcalfe that his dad's a wrong 'un.

A strapped up Dev Alahan sets the wheels in motion to sell the kebab shop and David Platt is forced to leave his home.

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