Coronation Street reveals violent twist in Max Turner storyline
Max could be looking at 10 years behind bars.
Coronation Street is set to air a dramatic twist in Max Turner's radicalisation storyline.
The character (played by Paddy Bever) will be thrown under the bus when his former bully Blake (Adam Little) targets councillor Maria Connor (Samia Longchambon).
In previous episodes, Max had grown closer to racist Griff Reynolds (Michael Condron) and his extremist group. The teen had a change of heart when Griff's gang planned to set off a bomb at the local Peace Market, ultimately alerting neighbours and tipping off the police with his girlfriend Lauren Bolton (Cait Fitton).
By entering your details, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy. You can unsubscribe at any time.
In new scenes, Max is still struggling with the ideas Griff has planted in his head. When asked to participate in Maria's drop-in session for refugees at Speed Daal, the teen belittles the event and walks away.
Meanwhile, Blake organises a plan to make the councillor pay for her commitment to help others. Max tunes into Blake's racist rant online, listening as he ominously vows to stop Maria.
Blake manages to infiltrate the drop-in session and is later confronted by police about an undisclosed incident at the restaurant. Questioned over his actions, he blames Max's videos for his plan to go on a stabbing spree.
Afraid of the legal consequences for his son, David Platt (Jack P Shepherd) calls solicitor Adam Barlow (Sam Robertson) to the house and demands Max shows the videos Blake mentioned.
A horrified Adam warns Max he could face up to 10 years in prison for encouraging terrorism with his clips. As they talk, police officers arrive and arrest Max on suspicion of incitement to murder. Will he be charged?
If you are concerned that someone you know might be being radicalised, you are not alone. There is advice and support available via www.actearly.uk. If you’ve seen or heard something that could potentially be related to terrorism, trust your instincts and report it. Your actions could save lives. Report via www.gov.uk/ACT or call 0800 789 321.
Read more:
- Coronation Street star teases character's "instant rivalry" with Jenny
- Coronation Street’s Jack James Ryan teases possible Jacob return story
Visit our dedicated Coronation Street page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers. If you’re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide and Streaming Guide or visit our Soaps hub.
Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
