Coronation Street is famous for its tragic twists, but this time, the audience was really shocked when the fan theory spread that Billy Mayhew (Daniel Brocklebank) – the gentle priest who always lives for the community – could be murdered right in the village of Weatherfield.

After the news that Daniel was about to leave Corrie was announced, social networks exploded with countless theories.

Among them, the most discussed scenario was that Billy was murdered by Theo – who is increasingly revealing his dark behavior.

One fan affirmed: “I believe Theo abused his wife and children.

When Billy finds out, he will cover his mouth.” If this is true, Corrie will push viewers into a horrifying tragedy, where goodness is drowned out by darkness.

But more surprisingly, another group of viewers named Noah – a character who seemed to have little connection. The reason is that Billy was strongly against Noah using the church for “conversion therapy,” and this tension could escalate into tragedy. “Noah killed Billy and then framed Theo. The whole town will believe him, because Theo’s behavior has been so suspicious lately,” wrote a fan on X.

The two theories are contradictory but have the same point: Billy will die unjustly, and Corrie will use that death to ignite a series of drama that will last for months. Viewers will not only feel sorry for Billy, but will also be caught up in a spiral of suspicion, betrayal, and internal fighting within Weatherfield.

What’s more, Billy is not a minor character. He was a pillar of support for many people, from Todd to Paul. Therefore, if the writers really let him go violently, this will be one of the most controversial and haunting deaths in Corrie history.