Coronation Street fans say who they want to help Todd Grimshaw after reminder of abuse past

It comes after they made reference to another character’s tragic past in a special episode of the ITV soap

Coronation Street fans have shared who they would like to see help Todd Grimshaw in the aftermath of his abuse hell after they made reference to another character’s tragic past in a special episode of the long-running show.

On Wednesday’s (April 15) night, the ITV soap showed the heartbreaking moment Todd Grimshaw attended the police station to give a statement against his partner, Theo Silverton, after he subjected him to months of both physical and mental domestic abuse, which recently culminated in a brutal attack.

In the episode dedicated to Todd’s story, and raising awareness of domestic violence, Todd was seen getting his injuries documented at the police station when he locked eyes with another domestic abuse victim. It stopped him in his tracks as she appeared horrified by what she could see, having been subject to violence herself.

Todd was then heard telling DC Kit Green and DS Lisa Swain the true extent of what he’s been facing at the hands of Theo. He told them about the secret camera footage he’d collated to prove what was going on. He also mentioned that the late Billy Mayhew was the only one aware of the cameras, and that they’d attempted to leave Debbie Webster’s wedding early so that they could come up with an escape plan.

While Todd was giving his statement, back on the street, Gary Windass cornered Theo and threatened him with a wrench. With Gary making it clear that no one would know if he were to attack him, Theo followed his orders and climbed into the van, and the pair made their way to the police station where Lisa was later seen questioning the abuser, after Kit was seen arresting him for ABH and false imprisonment.

After trying to push the blame onto Todd, Theo was held for the night in custody by Lisa. Meanwhile, Sarah took Todd to the hospital, where he collapsed outside the building and was rushed to be helped by paramedics waiting nearby.

Alongside Sarah, George Shuttleworth, Christina Boyd, Summer Spellman and Glenda Shuttleworth all rushed to be at the hospital for Todd. After Sarah explained he was being kept in overnight due to his injuries, which included a lacerated spleen and internal bleeding, Todd was wheeled into the waiting room as hospital staff organised a bed.

As this was going on, Lisa was heard discussing domestic abuse with her colleague, PC Jess Heywood, with a number of scenes showing its impact on a series of extras that were featured throughout the episode, all of which had a flyer for a domestic violence survivors’ support group, in the colour purple.

Earlier in the episode, Tyrone Dobbs, wearing a purple hoodie, was seen finding the news about Todd difficult following his own experience of domestic abuse with former partner, Kirsty Soames. He told his wife, Fiz, that she saved his life, but she was quick to say it was down to his bravery that he emerged from the situation that he was in, and that they’ll be there to help Todd too.

And it’s Tyrone who Corrie fans want to see supporting Todd as he comes to terms with what he’s been through as they praised the soap for remembered his past. @chattymandan said: “Fiz and Tyrone talking about his own abuse he went through is so important #corrie.”

@NoniFlax101 commented: “Am so pleased they didn’t forget that Tyrone was a victim of domestic abuse too – really hope we get some scenes with Todd and Tyrone at some point. #Corrie.” @RichBoySoaps shared: “Nice to see Tyrone in this episode after what happened to him years ago #Corrie #ToddSpecialEP.” @Wee_Westie29 posted: “I think Tyrone could be the emotional support Todd could talk to after everything Tyrone went through with Kirsty. #Corrie #CoronationStreet @itvcorrie.”

@connorcarlaz wrote: “I absolutely loved the fact they had Tyrone in this. Showing abuse can take its form in very different places and the scars left behind. #Corrie.” @Fake_TV_Chef added: “I remember when Kristy was abusing Tyrone, I really hope he will be there for Todd. #Corrie.”

The purple hints were all part of a wider initiative by Corrie to highlight domestic abuse awareness, which accompanies a new video created by ITV Pictures and ITV Digital

The actors featured in the poignant video, which is now available on YouTube, play both well-known Corrie characters and guest artists and are all seen either dressed in an item of purple clothing or featuring a purple accessory, as part of a collaboration with the show’s design team as purple is the colour used globally to represent domestic violence awareness, seen as a symbol of peace, courage, survival, and dedication to ending abuse.