Coronation Street: Gary faces police questioning

Episode 10,201 | Airs Wednesday 23 December 2020 at 19:30 on ITV

The police haul Gary in for questioning regarding the disappearance of Rick Neelan. Maria is horrified. The police interview Gary and reveal that they've found evidence that a body was buried in the woods and that it might have been that of Rick.

Gary denies any wrongdoing and assures the officer that he knows nothing about Rick's disappearance. Sarah confides in Daniel that rumour has it that Gary murdered Rick.

Meanwhile, as an excited Nick heads out to pick up Sam for a visit, Leanne does her best to remain upbeat. Nick and Sam return to the flat to find that Leanne has cooked them Christmas dinner, decorated a tree and wrapped Sam's presents. Nick is touched by her kindness.

Over their Christmas dinner, Nick assures Sam that he'll visit him in London as often as he can and they'll do the museums together. Leanne returns home, but when she spots Sam playing with Oliver's musical box, she freaks out, causing Sam to feel guilty.

Elsewhere, when Nina reveals the family portrait she has drawn of David, Shona and the kids, Shona tearfully explains that they've broken up. Nina feels terrible.

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Also, Chesney, Gemma and Kirk set up their stall at the Christmas market, but it's soon clear that Gemma's sales skills are sadly lacking and Chesney orders her to take a break. Chesney and Kirk celebrate a successful afternoon on the stall, but their elation is short-lived when they discover their stock has been stolen and with it, the cash tin.

Finally, Paul confides in Todd that he can't go on lying to Billy and intends to tell him all about Will. Todd makes Paul promise to leave his name out of it.