Overview
- A tense confrontation at Webster's escalates when Carl reveals a package from Fiona that contains a gun, which Kevin grabs believing it to be fake and the weapon discharges during a struggle.
- It is unclear if the shot struck anyone, and the event shocks onlookers at the garage and prompts immediate fear and panic among neighbours.
- Debbie Webster is left traumatised by the episode, suffering nightmares and an acute panic reaction when a popped balloon triggers memories of the gunfire.
- Separately, Maria Windass grows suspicious that Gary is involved with Sarah Platt and reacts with distrust when Gary books a surprise family holiday.
- Young characters face turning points this week as Betsy is offered a place at the London College of Fashion and Brody draws away attackers to protect friends, while Nick confronts Ben over Sam's suffering linked to the Megan Walsh case.