Coronation Street fans are buzzing with theories that villain Carl Webster's days are numbered, following the explosive Corriedale special that aired on Monday, 7th January 2026. The dramatic crossover episode saw Carl commit a heinous act, but viewers believe a crucial detail from a prior instalment will be his ultimate undoing.
The Fateful Crash and a Devious Frame-Up
The New Year kicked off with high drama as a massive car collision, caused by Carl driving drunk, resulted in multiple injuries and the tragic death of Billy Mayhew. In a shocking twist, the Weatherfield rogue moved his unconscious half-sister, Debbie, into the driver's seat to pin the blame on her. While Debbie initially went along with the lie, fans are certain the truth won't stay buried for long.
Key Witnesses and Tell-Tale Bruises
Sharp-eyed viewers have pointed to a potentially game-changing moment. On the show's Reddit page, one fan highlighted: "The episode of Corrie before Corriedale - Just rewatching and noticed Michael and Daniel also saw Carl driving the car with Debbie in it!" This overlooked sighting could provide the testimony needed to expose Carl's scheme.
Other fans theorise that medical evidence will play a part. "I think Ronnie will see the seat belt bruises," suggested one, while another added, "Surely the location of her bruising would have been noted in hospital." The positioning of injuries could contradict Carl's version of events and prove Debbie was a passenger, not the driver.
Brotherly Feud Reaches Boiling Point
The tension escalated further in Monday's episode. Carl, who suffered shock from a previously undiagnosed heart condition during the crash, was targeted by his brother Kevin. After discovering Carl's affair with his wife Abi, Kevin had contemplated switching off Carl's life support.
When Carl regained consciousness, he cruelly taunted Kevin over his failure to act. "It didn't work, did it? I'm still here," Carl sneered. Kevin's ominous reply, "Yeah, well, let's see for how long, eh?" has led many to speculate that Kevin might take justice into his own hands if he learns the full truth about the crash.
Viewers Demand Justice
The audience's desire for comeuppance is clear. On social media, one fan wrote: "Anyone else kind of want Kevin to beat Carl to death with a spanner from Webster's Garage for leaving Debbie in the driver's seat?" Another declared: "I need Kevin to kill Carl with his bare hands when he finds out that Carl framed Debbie and left her to die!"
With Coronation Street continuing nightly on ITV1 and ITVX, all eyes are on how this gripping storyline will unfold and whether Carl's web of lies will finally collapse.
