Coronation Street's Colson Smith has shared why killing off Craig Tinker was 'the most perfect story' for his exit.

The actress - and her character - is a fan favourite on the show having first appeared in the role back in 2011 ...

DS Lisa Swain was left reeling after learning of Craig's assault, immediately heading to the crime scene with a fierce ...

Meanwhile, DS Lisa Swain was horrified to hear about Craig's attack as she rushed to the scene determined for answers and to ...

"Craig dying in the line of duty as a copper, and getting that hero's death, was by far the most perfect story for his exit. I've got everything that I've got from Coronation Street and that's it now, ...

It came as there were horrifying scenes in the ITV soap as PC Tinker was attacked by Mick Michaelis while on duty ...

Coronation Street fans think a heartbreaking new scene is on the way for DS Lisa Swain after a moment with Craig Tinker on ...

Coronation Street spoilers for Friday's episode tease huge twists and distressing scenes in the fallout to Craig Tinker's ...

Coronation Street viewers were left in tears as Craig Tinker was pronounced dead after being attacked by Mick Michaelis on Wednesday ...

Coronation Street star Colson Smith has ruled out the possibility of a return for Craig Tinker after his emotional death, ...

Coronation Street's Vicky Myers had a cause for celebration as she commemorated four years of portraying DS Lisa Swain, ...

Coronation Street and Emmerdale will make soap history with a crossover event later this year and fans are convinced they've ...