Coronation Street’s Tyrone Suffers Severe Spinal Injury After Hit and Run

In Coronation Street, Tyrone Dobbs suffered a severe spinal injury after being hit in a hit-and-run incident when a car swerved to avoid teenager Betsy Swain. The storyline reveals Tyrone's devastating diagnosis as he wakes up unable to feel or move his legs, sparking fear and uncertainty for him and his family about his future mobility and quality of life. Actor Alan Halsall, who plays Tyrone, emphasized the unpredictability and complexity of spinal injuries and praised the show's thorough research and collaboration with the Spinal Injuries Association to portray the condition realistically. The charity highlighted the importance of raising awareness about spinal cord injuries and the difficulties faced by the 105,000 people living with such injuries in the UK. The plot also follows the police investigation into the incident and explores the emotional and practical impact on Tyrone's wife Fiz, who is expected to take on additional responsibilities. The secrecy around the storyline’s filming enhanced the shock value for viewers, marking a significant and sensitive development for the long-standing character.