Coronation Street continues to deliver tense and unexpected situations as new character Jodie (Olivia Frances Brown) explains her body injuries in the episode airing on January 14, 2026. Is Jodie really telling the truth, or is she hiding a big secret?

Jodie Explains Her Injuries

At No. 8, David introduces Jodie to Bethany and Lily, who quickly win her affection. However, when David has to go to the hospital, Nick visits No. 8 and is surprised to see Jodie there. When David and Shona return home, they find Nick and Jodie having a tense confrontation.
Meanwhile, Shona notices a bruise on Jodie’s wrist and begins to worry. Jodie explains that she was injured while escaping an abusive relationship and accidentally got into a car accident. But is she really telling the truth? Shona isn’t entirely convinced, and her suspicions could lead to a major shock for the characters later on.

Megan and Will – A Past Confrontation

Meanwhile, Megan continues to get into trouble as she leaves the store with an item hidden in her bag. When Will catches her and asks her to explain whether she stayed with Daniel or not, things get even more complicated. How will Megan get out of this difficult situation?

However, at the birthday party, when Alya asks Bertie to get candles from her bag, Bertie accidentally takes a pregnancy test from Megan’s bag instead. How will she explain this item? Will Megan be ready to face the secrets she’s been hiding?

Emotional Tense Situation Between Debbie and Kevin

Meanwhile, Ronnie worries about Debbie, knowing she might not heed her lawyer’s advice to plead not guilty. Ronnie fears losing Debbie and doesn’t know how to help her change her mind.
When Kevin visits Debbie, trying to persuade her to change her decision, Debbie feels hurt and upset. Ronnie has to intervene to get Kevin out, further escalating the tension. What decision will Debbie make in this situation?