Coronation Street spoilers follow.
Coronation StreetDaniel Osbourne fears for his family’s safety next week as stalker Justin Rutherford continues to make creepy visits to the cobblestones.
Daniel’s fiancée, Daisy Midgeley, has been repeatedly harassed by Justin in recent weeks, but has struggled to get the police to take her seriously when she reports his appalling behaviour.
This week’s episodes see Daisy’s ordeal escalate further when she argues with Justin in the street.
Justin puts his hand on Daisy’s arm and she hits him back. The newcomer to the show then proves how manipulative he can be as he reports Daisy to the police for assault and has her arrested.
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As a result of this incident, next week’s episodes see Daisy trying to focus on the future by making plans for her upcoming wedding.
A catering company sends Daisy some wedding cake samples for her approval.
Daisy, Daniel, Ken Barlow, Jenny Connor and Gemma Winter gather for the cake tasting.
Unfortunately, the mood turns sour when Justin is the person bringing the samples. Justin recently got a job as a delivery driver in Weatherfield, which Daisy guessed was another attempt to get to her.
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Daniel contacts Justin’s delivery company to report him for stalking Daisy.
The company refuses to take any action without proof, leaving Daniel frustrated.
Later, Daniel confides in Ken about how he fears that Justin may not only be a danger to Daisy – but also to his young son Bertie.
Ken promises that everyone will do what they can to support Daisy in this difficult time.
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Last week, Coronation StreetProducer Iain MacLeod appeared on ITV1 Relaxed women and talked about the future of Daisy’s story, which will continue to run until her wedding day in a few weeks.
MacLeod said: “It’s a soapy marriage – when are they going to go smoothly, so to speak.
“Obviously the story that starts now, with Daisy experiencing this stalker, will continue until the wedding day. That will be part of the drama that will take place around the wedding.
“But I think Daniel and Daisy are for keeps. No spoilers, but even if the wedding doesn’t go completely according to plan, I think in the long run it’s a couple I’m really invested in.”
Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV1 and broadcast on ITVX.
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We would encourage anyone who identifies with the issues raised in this article to reach out. Call 999 if you or someone you know is in immediate danger or report any worrying situation using UK government funds or the Paladin National Stalking Advocacy Service. The National Stalking Helpline is open 9.30am-4pm weekdays (and until 8pm on Wednesdays) on 0808 802 0300.
Coronation Street working on Daisy’s story with support from The Suzy Lamplugh Trustwhich works to reduce the risk of violence and aggression through campaigns, education and support.