In a shocking turn of events on Coronation Street, Cassie Plummer, portrayed by Claire Sweeney, has been exposed for poisoning Ken Barlow (William Roache), leading to her isolation from the community. Cassie, who had been acting as Ken’s carer, secretly laced his drinks with painkillers and blood thinners to make him dependent on her, while also misusing his credit card for personal expenses. citeturn0news11

Ken’s realization of Cassie’s deceit led to a confrontation, resulting in her arrest. Upon release, Cassie faced the wrath of the community, including Ken’s family and her own son, Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall), and his partner, Fiz Stape (Jennie McAlpine). However, amidst the backlash, her granddaughter, Hope Stape (Isabella Flanagan), offered a glimmer of support, expressing a desire for Cassie to remain in their lives. citeturn0search0

Actress Claire Sweeney has discussed the complexity of Cassie’s actions, acknowledging the character’s remorse and the public’s potential reaction to her harming a beloved figure like Ken Barlow. Sweeney hinted at the possibility of her character’s departure from the show following this dramatic storyline. citeturn0news17

This storyline has left viewers in suspense about Cassie’s future in Weatherfield and the potential repercussions of her actions.

For a visual recap and further insights into this unfolding drama, you can watch the following video:

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