ITV Coronation Street fans 'work out' who killed Joel as murder twist rocks Weatherfield

Coronation Street fans are convinced they know who killed Joel as a murder investigation is launched, with a number of suspects in the frame - but is the killer already known?

Coronation Street viewers believe they've already figured out who killed Joel in the ITV soap, following a murder plot twist. Recent spoilers revealed that the missing villain would be discovered dead, sparking speculation he may have taken his own life.

Despite Dee-Dee Bailey assuming her criminal ex was on the run, a shocking turn of events will reveal that Joel is actually deceased. But as spoilers confirm it's a case of murder, with a weapon and cause of death disclosed, who is responsible?

A murder investigation will commence with several suspects being interrogated, many of whom are harbouring secrets.

Some fans think they've already pieced together what happened to Joel, suggesting a killer may have been inadvertently revealed. Over a week ago when Joel was last seen, one character was behaving oddly.

They were concealing an unexplained injury and seemed eager to close the case quickly, pushing for a suicide verdict. DS Swain has aroused suspicion among fans, particularly since her daughter Betsy Swain was duped into assisting Joel, who subsequently attacked her, reports the Mirror.

Before his disappearance, he even threatened to kill the teenager - so could Swain have murdered Joel in retaliation?

Some viewers certainly think so, convinced they've already deduced Joel's killer.

Soap fans flocked to social media with their theories on a dramatic Weatherfield storyline, as one viewer expressed certainty, posting: "Knew it! It was Swain! " Echoing the sentiment, another fan speculated: "Swain had sore ribs the other day," while a third suggested: "A lot of people thinking that Swain could be Joel's murderer. I have a horrible feeling that she is too following her signs of pain a few weeks ago. I think she had an allocation with him before he died."

As the plot thickens in Coronation Street, various characters are under suspicion for Joel's death, from Dee-Dee's family members Ed and Ronnie Bailey to Kit Green and Betsy Swain, to anyone else who may have wished to see him gone. Even Joel's own father Gus is hauled in for questioning.

Despite evidence suggesting Joel has met his end, some viewers remain unconvinced he's truly dead. Monday's episode promises to provide more twists, yet in true soap fashion, anything is possible.

As dark secrets begin to surface, the question remains: Who actually killed Joel, if he indeed has been killed?

The plot solicits answers as Calum Lill exits the soap, confirming Joel's demise.