Coronation Street fans in tears as David Platt struggles to cope with rape ordeal

Emotional: David Platt struggled to come to terms with his assault: ITV
Emotional: David Platt struggled to come to terms with his assault: ITV

Coronation Street fans were reduced to tears by scenes of David Platt struggling to cope in the aftermath of his rape.

In Monday’s episode of the ITV soap, the hair stylist woke up the morning after the assault, still in pain to discover a note from Josh Tucker.

A devastated-looking Platt returned home and was seen showering and disposing of the clothes he was wearing as he tried to come to terms with what had happened to him.

Viewers found the scenes emotional to watch, sharing their reaction on social media.