Coronation Street viewers were stunned as troubled David Platt brutally beat up Gary Windass in a charity boxing match.
David (Jack P Shepherd) has been struggling to cope after he was raped by Josh Tucker (Ryan Clayton).
In Monday night’s episodes of the ITV soap his anger erupted in the ring and he pummelled Gary (Mikey North) – knocking him out and causing a bleed on the brain.
With Gary’s life hanging in the balance, David is now facing a possible murder charge.
"you could be facing a charge of murder."Things aren't looking good for David. 😨#Corrie pic.twitter.com/YmkVlnjNGq
— Coronation Street (@itvcorrie) April 9, 2018
Fans of the soap were horrified at the turn the plot had taken.
One person said on Twitter: “Oh nooooooooooo, David @JackPShepherd88 what have you done.”
Oh nooooooooooo, David @JackPShepherd88 what have you done #corrie @itvcorrie
— Shaun Eley (@Eley01) April 9, 2018
“MY HEART JUST WENT INTO MY THROAT, That looked so terrifying with David and Gary,” said another.
MY HEART JUST WENT INTO MY THROAT, That looked so terrifying with David and Gary 😨 #Corrie
— Nicole💗 (@JuliaGouldx) April 9, 2018
“OMG WHAT HAS DAVID DONE!” tweeted another shocked fan.
OMG WHAT HAS DAVID DONE! #Corrie @itvcorrie
— Lucas williamson ❗️ (@007claw) April 9, 2018
Reaction to David beating up Gary! 😱😱#Corrie pic.twitter.com/7sqmaADs0E
— Matthew Chapman (@Matt528chap) April 9, 2018
Many viewers also urged David to open up about the assault.
One fan said: “David please talk to imran or anyone, The police! This is really hurts.”
David please talk to imran or anyone, The police! This is really hurts 😔💔 #Corrie
— Nicole💗 (@JuliaGouldx) April 9, 2018
“David should have battered Josh then told the police why,” suggested another.
Coronation Street continues on ITV.