A heartbreaking departure could be on the horizon for a Coronation Street stalwart if recent fan theories hold water. David Platt has ignited concerns that his character may meet a tragic end following a significant plot twist on the ITV soap this week.

David appears to be on the brink of crossing paths with two villains, and viewers are sceptical about a good outcome for the beloved characters. Matters are made worse by the fact one of these villians recently orchestrated an attack on one character and left another in peril, reports the Mirror.

Coronation Street fans fear David Platt could be leaving the ITV soap which airs on Virgin Media in Ireland after 34 years amid his mother Gail Platt's exit, after a possible murder twist involving a

Coronation Street fans are convinced that David Platt could be leaving the cobbles after it came to light that he was the one who stole Damon Hay's cash from the lock-up