Coronation Street fans react to Stephen's murder amid shock twist

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Super Soap Week has seen a dramatic turn of events in Coronation Street.Friday night's episode of the long-running soap saw the ITV soap put an end to the shocking Stephen Reid storyline as he was killed off by Peter Barlow just moments after he set Jenny free.Prior to setting Jenny free, he attempted to hold her hostage during his bid to escape, before he was mown down in a car by Peter.Viewers were left gob-smacked at the turn of events, but as they reeled with shock from his death, Tim - who'd been attacked by Stephen earlier in the week - opened his eyes.Shocked fans of the show flocked to social media to share their thoughts on the drama-filled episode, with many left upset that Stephen was spared prison. Join the Daily Record's WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. @LouiseApplewhai said: "Would have liked to see Stephen go to prison."@LisaSnugglybun added: "Excellent episode of Coronation Street.

well done Peter getting rid of Stephen!"The show's Twitter account also paid tribute to Todd Boyce, who made his debut on the soap 26 years ago, in the role of Audrey's son.They wrote: "You may be glad to see the back of Stephen, but we're gutted to be saying goodbye to Todd.

Here's a farewell message from the man himself"When the drama resumes on Monday viewers will be on the edge of their seats as they wait to see if anyone can reach a battered and dehydrated Tim in time as he fights for his life, while DS Swain steps up her investigation into the goings on in Weatherfield, wondering if the crash was in fact a premeditated killing by Peter. Get the latest celebrity gossip and telly news sent straight to your inbox.