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Coronation Street fans are bracing for one of the most explosive twists of the year as the newly arrived Driscoll family becomes the focus of a shocking murder mystery — one tied to a devastating secret buried deep in their past. What begins as an exciting new chapter for the family soon spirals into a dark, chilling storyline that threatens to destroy everything they’ve built in Weatherfield, while leaving viewers stunned as a beloved figure meets a tragic fate.
As ITV prepares to air a special flashback episode, the truth behind the Driscolls’ sudden arrival at the Rovers Return will finally be revealed — and it’s far deadlier than anyone imagined.
This is the story behind Coronation Street’s newest family, a shocking death that rocks the community, and a murder secret that refuses to stay buried.
A New Family With a Hidden Past
When Ben Driscoll arrived on the cobbles with his wife Eva Price, their two children, and formidable matriarch Maggie Driscoll, fans eagerly welcomed the dynamic new addition. It marked the triumphant return of Katherine Kelly as Eva and introduced viewers to a seemingly close-knit, energetic family ready to shake things up.
But behind the smiles and warm welcomes, there was always something hiding in the shadows — something the Driscolls hoped Weatherfield would never discover.
That hope is about to shatter.
A Special Flashback Episode Reveals the Truth
Speculation erupted last month when it was revealed that former EastEnders star Aidan O’Callaghan had secretly joined the cast of Coronation Street. His casting fueled rumors of a past tragedy connected to Ben — but now, thanks to exclusive reports, the truth is far more shocking.
The upcoming flashback episode will peel back years of hidden history to reveal which member of the Driscoll clan is responsible for the death of a major figure.
And it all leads to one woman:
Maggie Driscoll.
Maggie Driscoll: Loving Mother — or Calculated Killer?
According to insider reports, the flashback will show Maggie committing a killing long before the family ever set foot in Weatherfield. The reveal is expected to be nothing short of explosive, with the aftermath rippling through every corner of the cobbles.
To the world, Maggie is a fiery, witty, larger-than-life character who wears her heart on her sleeve. She’s loyal. She’s protective. She’s proud.
But protective of what — or whom?
Actress Pauline McLynn, who portrays the no-nonsense family matriarch, hinted that her character’s moral compass isn’t just flexible — it’s practically shattered.
“Maggie is fiercely loyal and protective of her family,” she shared in a recent interview.
“But there will be moments over Christmas where viewers will think, ‘Oh, come on — that’s very bad behavior at the very least.’ She likes to push boundaries… and often crosses them.”
Fans now understand just how deeply Maggie is willing to go to defend her family — even if it means ending someone’s life.
A Secret Hidden From Her Entire Family
Perhaps the most chilling layer to this twist is that Ben, Eva, and the children know nothing about what Maggie did.
They believe they moved to Weatherfield for a fresh start.
They believe their mother is eccentric — not dangerous.
They believe their new home is a new beginning.
But the truth is much darker:
They didn’t move to Weatherfield for a new start.
They moved here because Maggie was running from her past.
And the past is about to come knocking.
The Christmas Bombshell That Will Leave Weatherfield Shaking
ITV has confirmed that Maggie’s deadly act will explode onto the screen in a major Christmas storyline — one expected to rival some of Corrie’s most iconic festive shocks.
The Driscoll family will be thrown into chaos as the truth emerges in the worst possible way. The fallout will be brutal:
- Ben will question everything he thought he knew about his mother.
- Eva, who has just found her footing back on the cobbles, will be thrust into danger.
- The children will be caught in the crossfire of a secret too big for any family to carry.
- Maggie will face the consequences of a crime she has buried for years — consequences she thought she had escaped forever.
What happens next could destroy the Driscolls before they ever have a chance to truly settle in.
Aidan O’Callaghan’s Mystery Role — A Ghost From the Past
Aidan O’Callaghan’s character is at the center of the flashback episode — and he may be tied directly to the person Maggie killed.
Is he a victim?
A relative seeking justice?
A witness who now threatens to expose the truth?
Producers are keeping those details tightly under wraps, but his sudden appearance outside the Rovers Return on Instagram confirms one thing:
His character is connected to the Driscolls’ past — and his arrival could bring their entire world crashing down.
Weatherfield Reacts — A Community Hit by Tragedy
The revelation of Maggie’s act, combined with the tragic death that ties into the storyline, will send shockwaves through the community.
Favorite characters will take sides.
Long-standing tensions will rise.
The Rovers Return — once the Driscolls’ new safe haven — may become the center of chaos.
Residents who once embraced the new family with open arms will soon eye them with suspicion, fear, and anger.
Weatherfield has seen scandals before — but nothing like this.
The Driscolls’ Future Hangs in the Balance
As Maggie’s past catches up with her, the entire family will be tested:
- Can Ben forgive the unforgivable?
- Will Eva stand by her husband when the truth tears their world apart?
- Can their children survive the fallout of a secret that predates their entire lives?
- And will Maggie finally face justice — or find a way to manipulate the situation one last time?
One thing is certain:
This storyline will reshape the future of Coronation Street for months — and possibly years — to come.