Coronation Street fans believe they've figured out Betsy Swain's secret and it's something her mother DS Lisa Swain won't be pleased about.
Betsy (played by Sydney Martin) made her first appearance on the cobbles earlier this year as the daughter of DS Lisa Swain (Vicky Myers).
She soon became entangled with the sinister solicitor Joel Deering (Calum Lill), who had previously groomed and abused Lauren Bolton (Cait Fitton) before attempting to harm their baby, Frankie.
However, after witnessing Joel trying to intoxicate her friend Sabrina (Luana Santos), Betsy began to blackmail him. The situation took a dark turn when Joel retaliated violently against her.
Eventually, Betsy reported Joel to her mother, DS Swain, seemingly paving the way for his downfall. However, it was revealed this week that Betsy played a significant role in Joel's wicked plans.
In Wednesday's episode (September 18), Betsy made a concerning confession to her friend Sabrina. While she didn't disclose exactly what she had done, she hinted at being involved in Joe's crimes, reports the Liverpool Echo.
Later in the episode, Betsy visited Lauren and Frankie in the hospital, leaving Lauren puzzled about her identity. Betsy apologised to Lauren but didn't clarify why, leaving her unsettled as she left.
Viewers have been speculating wildly about the drama unfolding in Coronation Street and many think they've sussed out Betsy's secret. Fans have taken to social media to discuss their theories, with chatter on a Coronation Street Facebook fan group suggesting that Betsy could be behind purchasing drugs for Joel, shockingly using her mum Lisa's card to do so.
One user posited the idea with: "What did Besty have to do with the tablets." Another contributed: "I'm thinking did she order them using her mum's card? " with a third person chiming in: "Can you imagine! FFS."
Further fuel was added to the speculative fire by another comment: "I thought this last night as well, poor Lisa! " followed by another agreeing: "Yup I think it was Betsy that ordered the tablets for Joel not knowing what they were for but used Lisa's card. She was doing all sorts to get money out of him."
Is Betsy Involved In Joel's Crimes?
Why Fans Think Betsy Used Her Mum's Card
Fans have been speculating that Betsy used her mum's card to buy the drugs for Joel. They point to the fact that she has been struggling financially and that she has been trying to get money out of Joel. They also point to the fact that she visited Lauren and Frankie in the hospital, which could be seen as a way of trying to make amends for her involvement in Joel's crimes.
What Will Happen To Betsy?
It remains to be seen what will happen to Betsy. Will she be able to tell her mother the truth? Will she be able to escape the consequences of her actions? Only time will tell.
What Will Happen To Joel?
As for Joel, he has been arrested and is facing serious charges. However, he is a cunning and manipulative man, and it is unlikely that he will go down without a fight. Will he be able to escape justice? Or will he finally be brought to account for his crimes?
Fans are eager to see how these storylines play out, and they're sure to be glued to their screens as the drama unfolds on Coronation Street.
The Latest on Joel Deering
How The Internet Reacted To Betsy's Secret
Fans of Coronation Street have been taking to social media to discuss their theories about Betsy's secret. Many believe that she is involved in Joel's crimes, and they are eager to see how this storyline unfolds.
Where To Watch Coronation Street
Coronation Street airs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV1 and streams on ITVX.