Overview
- Monday’s episode showed Daniel returning to Weatherfield High and suffering ridicule from pupils that led to a tearful classroom breakdown.
- Coverage reports his ordeal has included a coordinated online harassment campaign that media link to an acquaintance, worsening his isolation and shame.
- After the school scenes Daniel drank heavily, told friends he “doesn’t want to wake up in the morning,” and later confronted his ex-partner in the precinct park.
- Following a night out he passed out at home while his son Bertie attempted to make food, which caused smoke in the kitchen and left the child briefly vulnerable.
- Fans and outlets have raised alarm over the storyline because it ties online abuse, reputational collapse and alcohol use to real risks for Daniel and his family.