Real life of Coronation Street's Roy Cropper actor David Neilson - rival role, exotic home, rarely seen wife and soap 'exit'

Roy Cropper's suspected involvement in Lauren Bolton's disappearance - and possible murder - continues in Coronation Street next week leading to him making an unexpected move.

Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon has celebrated a fresh milestone on the cobbles, just after exposing her co-star's 'tears'. The actress reprised her role in the ITV soap as Bethany Platt a few months ago just as the New Year arrived in Weatherfield.

Coronation Street fans think they've found Lauren Bolton's kidnapper as the investigation into her disappearance - and suspected murder - continues. It's been more than three weeks since the teen was last seen in Weatherfield following a mystery visitor to her flat.

Coronation Street fans were quick to respond as Cait Fitton shared a "last" update amid her character Lauren Bolton's disappearance. A murder probe is currently being pursued by DS Lisa Swain and her team after the teen went missing without a trace last month.

Coronation Street fans were left shocked on Monday night after they spotted a suspicious newcomer. On Friday night, Roy Cropper was wrongfully arrested on suspicion of murdering his former employee Lauren Bolton, with soap fans recalling that Lauren - a troubled youngster - abruptly left the cobbles earlier this year.

Coronation Street fans think they have spotted Lauren Bolton's 'mystery boyfriend' in recent scenes as the investigation into her disappearance - and possible murder - continues. The teen hasn't been seen in the ITV soap in more than three weeks.

One of Coronation Street's favourite stars has said they 'can't cope' as they watched Roy Cropper come into danger amid being under suspicion for Lauren Bolton's disappearance. The beloved cafe owner is the prime suspect in the case which has recently turned into a murder investigation.

Coronation Street newcomer Rowan Cunliffe could share a sinister connection to missing teen Lauren Bolton, fans say. Amid Lauren being feared dead with police stating she has likely been murdered, her apparent killer is at large. One character who debuted around the time of Lauren's fate possibly being confirmed is newcomer Rowan, who Leanne Battersby met on Friday.

Coronation Street fans reckon they've figured out whose blood was discovered - and it's 'not Lauren's'. A new twist involving Lauren Bolton could soon be revealed on the show, following the discovery of bloodstains in her flat.

Coronation Street fans have been rushing to respond after Roy Cropper was seen being arrested over the disappearance of Lauren Bolton - which has since turned into a murder probe.

Coronation Street fans think they've figured out what really happened to Lauren Bolton (Cait Fitton) - and they're sure she's 'not dead'. There's been a lot of chatter from the characters on Coronation Street and viewers at home about what could have happened to Lauren with both Roy Cropper (David Neilson) and Daniel Osbourne (Rob Mallard) under suspicion for Lauren's 'murder'. In Monday's episode of the show, blood was found in Lauren's flat, leading to fears that she might be dead.

Coronation Street fans think they have figured out what may have really happened to Lauren Bolton as the investigation into her disappearance ramps up. It's been a few weeks now since the teen suddenly went missing in the ITV soap.

Coronation Steet fans think they may have 'worked out' who has really hurt Lauren Bolton - and it's not prime suspect Roy Cropper. The beloved cafe owner is under suspicion by DS Lisa Swain after they were informed blood had been found in Lauren's flat.

Latest Coronation Street spoilers see Roy Cropper (David Neilson) end up in danger as Lauren Bolton’s (Cait Fitton) dad, Reece Bonton (Scott Anson), learns of the murder accusation against Roy. Max Turner (Paddy Bever) pays Lauren's imprisoned dad, Reece, a visit and reveals that Roy has been wrongly accused of Lauren’s murder. Max explains that Roy had nothing to do with Lauren’s disappearance and that all he did was clean the flat.

Coronation Street star David Neilson has spoken out about his latest storyline as he's thrust back into forefront of the ITV soap when his character Roy Cropper is arrested for murder.

Coronation Street star David Neilson has revealed what Roy Cropper's downfall will be as he's quizzed on suspicion of murder. The much-loved character will find himself being accused of being involved in the disappearance and possible murder of former employee Lauren Bolton in upcoming scenes.

Coronation Street has offered a first look at what's to come for Roy Cropper as he cuts a lonely isolated figure as he sits confused and saddened in the eerie darkness of his beloved café.

Coronation Street star Ryan Prescott, who plays Ryan Connor on the ITV soap, has opened up on his plans for the future and whether his character is staying on the cobbles for the long term. The star only recently returned to Weatherfield after a break, which followed a dramatic storyline that saw Ryan have an affair with Daisy Midgley (played by Charlotte Jordan).The rollercoaster romance abruptly ended, and Daisy ended up back with Daniel (Rob Mallard) soon after.

Coronation Street fans have been reacting to the news that Roy Cropper will be arrested in upcoming scenes. The mild-mannered stalwart of the street is unfortunately no stranger to brushes with the law - whether it's himself or with the people he's helped over the years.

Coronation Street star Ryan Prescott has revealed how long he's really 'had his eye' on the cobbles as he became the latest to share how working on the show wasn't their first stint on the cobbles.