As Kit confesses Mal attack truth to Sarah, Jacob Roberts’ future on the soap explored
Kit made a huge confession to Sarah
In tonight’s episode of Coronation Street (Friday, February 27), DC Kit Green turned out to be Mal’s attacker – potentially risking his future on the cobbles.
At the moment, the only person who knows about Kit being the true culprit is his partner Sarah Platt.
But, could this all change? Could Kit go to prison and leave the soap?
Kit confessed the truth to Sarah in Coronation Street
Kit Green’s guilty conscience finally boiled over tonight, and Sarah ended up getting the full, unfiltered truth.
Bernie Winter may have spent the night in a police cell after being arrested at Roy’s Rolls on suspicion of attacking Mal Roper, but all the while, the real culprit was walking free and wearing a badge. CCTV quickly proved Bernie had been drinking at the shop, earning her release, but that only cranked up the pressure on Kit.
Throughout the day, Kit was busy loudly backing his mum’s innocence, even as his focus at work clearly wandered. By the time he got home, it didn’t take much to push him over the edge. When Sarah dared to suggest Bernie might have been responsible for Mal’s hospital stay, Kit snapped – and then spilled everything. No more dancing around it. Bernie didn’t touch Mal. Kit did.
He admitted to Sarah that he’d confronted Mal, grabbed him, shoved him and warned him to stay away from Bernie. A protective son moment, sure – but one with serious consequences he never saw coming, including Mal’s heart attack.
Sarah quickly pointed out that Kit may have made things far worse for Bernie, prompting him to head for the police station, ready to confess. But with Bernie already cleared, Kit’s secret remains just that – for now.
But, with Lisa Swain vowing to ‘catch the bad guy’ behind the attack, how long before the truth catches up with him?
Here’s whether Jacob Roberts could be leaving Coronation Street
With DS Lisa Swain desperate to do something other than desk duty, she’s on a mission to find out who attacked Mal. But, Kit shouldn’t be too worried as the detective doesn’t have the best track record for catching the baddies.
Kit is getting away with it right under her nose, but let’s be honest, if she ever found out the truth we reckon she owes Kit one for saving Carla’s life anyway.
Of course, there is a possibility that Kit could be exposed and go to prison… and he could be in even more danger of this if Mal doesn’t make a recovery.
But, there have been no reports or official confirmation that Jacob Roberts is departing from his role on the cobbles anytime soon so it looks as though fans can breathe a sigh of relief for now.
Waterloo Road on BBC One: Jon Richardson's teacher debut, cast, storylines and start date for series 16
The actor and comedian will be starring in series 16 of the BBC One drama and he looks just the part.
Jon's character is said to have "tons of charm", though it's no surprise to hear his arrival is going to stir things up at Waterloo Road.
The new series will also be bringing yet another "tragedy" to the grounds of Waterloo Road. Has that school not been through enough already?! Here's everything we know about Jon's character, what we can expect from series 16 of Waterloo Road and when it returns.
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Jon Richardson stars in Waterloo Road as it returns for a new series [Credit: BBC][/caption]
Jon Richardson: Waterloo Road
Jon Richardson confirmed in April that he was joining Waterloo Road. In fact, he tricked all his fans into thinking he was retraining to become an actual teacher!
On April Fool's Day, Jon told his Instagram followers that he was turning his back on comedy for a new career in education. The following day, the BBC confirmed the truth. A post online read: "Dear parents/guardians, You may have heard Jon Richardson is going through a huge career change…We're pleased to share with you the newest addition to the #WaterlooRoad teaching staff. He'll be joining us next term."
Who does Jon Richardson play in Waterloo Road
Jon will be making his Waterloo Road debut as a teacher called Mr Darius Donovan. Mr Donovan is a Media Studies teacher who 'likes to put on a show'.
Jon's character has a stack of charisma, meaning he will be raising more than one set of eyes. But would you expect anything else from Waterloo Road? Nope!
Who else is new?
Jon isn't the only newbie starting at the school. Series 16 of Waterloo Road will also see the introduction of two new pupils; Ben and Hope Drake and their mother Sam Drake.
Ben is played in the BBC drama by Phoenix Rise actor Fintan Buckard, while Savannah Kunyo portrays Hope. Coronation Street fans will recognise Savannah. She played Eliza Woodrow in the ITV soap from 2022 to 2024.
Actress Christine Bottomley takes on the role of Sam. Christine has appeared in EastEnders, Hope Springs and Land Girls. Last year she starred as Rachel Crossley in the second series of BBC's Sherwood.
Ben and Hope are the grandchildren of Waterloo Road's new headteacher, Dame Stella Drake. Stella arrived on the scene in series 15 and is played by Lindsey Coulson.
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Jack Rimmer is back and he has a new job at Waterloo Road [Credit: BBC][/caption]
New teacher and a familiar face
There is also another new teacher joining the staff at Waterloo Road. Riot Women actor Christopher Jeffers will be playing Mitch Swift. Mr Swift is the new SENCO lead (Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator).
Waterloo Road OGs will be thrilled to heard that Jack Rimmer will also be back on the scene. Jason Merells is once again reprising his role of Mr Rimmer, Waterloo Road's first headteacher. It's a new job for Jack, however. Mr Rimmer has been employed as the new school counsellor.
'Tragedy on the horizon'
The new series of Waterloo Road will once again be packed with highs and lows among the lives of the teachers and staff. Headteacher Stella is back at the helm and is forced to face a new set of challenges when her family turn up (Ben, Hope and Sam).
The trio's arrival will have such a big impact that it will alter how she manages her relationships with both students and her fellow teachers.
The BBC has also warned of another "tragedy" hitting Waterloo Road. A statement about series 16 says: "With another tragedy on the horizon, the choices of some of Waterloo Road's own will have some life-changing consequences." Eek!
Waterloo Road series 16 will also cover topics including the cost of living crisis, addiction and mental health. Exam anxiety, allergies and grief will also feature in the storylines.
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Headteacher Stella Drake is rocked when her daughter and two grandchildren turn up [Credit: BBC][/caption]
Who else is in the new series of Waterloo Road?
Waterloo Road viewers will be happy to see many familiar faces returning to the show. Among the parents and teachers. Adam Thomas will be back as Donte Charles, Hollie-Jay Bowes returns as Debs Rafferty and James Baxter will play Joe Casey once more.
Jo Coffey is returning as Wendy Whitwell, Kym Marsh is back as Nicky Walters, while Neil Fitzmaurice (Neil Guthrie), Rachel Leskovac (Coral Walker), Ryan Clayton (Mike Rutherford) and Shauna Shim (Valerie Chambers) will also be in series 16.
When it comes to the Waterloo Students, many are back to class. Aabay Noor Ali will return as Mollie 'Mog' Richardson, Chiamaka (ChiChi) Ulebor plays Shola Aku, Danny Murphy portrays Luca Smith and Hattie Dynevor is back as Libby Guthrie. Scarlett Thomas is returning as Izzy Charles.
Liam Scholes will again play Noel McManus, Maisey Robinson is back in Waterloo Road as Portia Weever and Miya Ocego will star as Lois Taylor-Brown. Others include Sonya Nisa (Aleena Qureshi), Summer Violet Bird (Tonya Walters), Thapelo Ray (Dwayne Jackson), Tillie Amartey (Stacey "Stace" Neville), and Zak Sutcliffe ('Schuey' Weever).
Waterloo Road: A special episode
Waterloo Road will also feature a special on-location episode during series 16, which has been directed by former Waterloo Road star Angela Griffin.
The student-body will be heading to a local housing estate for a big clean-up and some old faces will be returning to take part. The BBC are keeping tight-lipped about who will be back, but what we do know is that the clean-up doesn't go according to plan...
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Adam Thomas and Kym Marsh are back as Donte and Nicky [Credit: BBC][/caption]
When does the new series of Waterloo Road start?
The BBC has now confirmed the start date for the new series of Waterloo Road. The drama will return to screens on Tuesday September 23, 2025. The show will air a double bill each Tuesday thereafter, with the first episode at 9pm and the second at 10.40pm.
The entire series will also drop onto BBC iPlayer at 6am on Tuesday September 23.
Waterloo Road returns to BBC One at 9pm and BBC iPlayer at 6am on Tuesday September 23, 2025.
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