Overview

• Julie Carp, terminally ill with cancer, died by suicide after recording farewell messages on May 5 during a lakeside outing with her sister, Eileen Grimshaw.
• Eileen is accused of assisting Julie’s death after an empty packet of her painkillers was discovered in Julie’s belongings by Brian Packham, who reported her to the police.
• DS Lisa Swain questioned Eileen under caution, warning that she could face a murder charge and up to 14 years in prison if found guilty of assisting her sister’s death.
• Eileen vehemently denies the accusations, claiming she was unaware of Julie’s intentions and did not aid in her death.
• This storyline serves as the exit arc for actress Sue Cleaver, who has portrayed Eileen Grimshaw on Coronation Street for 25 years, and integrates discussions of the UK assisted dying bill.