Coronation Street fans are furious after internet sleuths kidnapped Freddie the dog to force Roy Cropper to confess to Lauren Bolton’s murder. Sam Blakeman, who was entrusted with Freddie, returned to the café without the dog, explaining that he had run off. Nina Lucas searched for Freddie with the help of Toyah Battersby, but they were unsuccessful. The internet sleuths posted a video of their hostage situation, demanding Roy’s confession. Fans took to social media to express their anger and concern for Freddie’s safety.