Silent Witness Fans Left Feeling Sick and Traumatized After Shocking Death
Viewers express their distress online after a brutal character death in Silent Witness
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London: Silent Witness had everyone buzzing on Tuesday night with its latest episode. It was intense, and fans were left reeling after a shocking character death.
The episode introduced some new faces, including Dr. Nikki Alexander and Jack Hodgson, played by Emilia Fox and David Caves. They were joined by Maggie Steed and Francesca Mills, who brought fresh energy to the show.
Steed’s character, Harriet Maven, is the new head of The Lyell Centre, while Mills plays Crime Analyst Kit Brooks. The plot thickened as Benjamin, played by David Hargreaves, searched for his friend Gloria.
Things took a dark turn when Benjamin fell victim to a con artist. In a twist, he ended up killing the scammer instead of the other way around. It was a heart-wrenching moment that left viewers stunned.
As the episode wrapped up, the real culprit was finally revealed. But fans took to social media to express their discomfort, especially regarding Benjamin’s storyline.
One viewer tweeted, “I feel positively sick at the storyline sick!” while another said, “I can’t watch!! #silentwitness.” It was clear that the episode hit hard for many.
Others chimed in, saying things like, “Poor Benjamin,” and “So uncomfortable with this storyline.” It was a rollercoaster of emotions for the audience.
Fans also noticed the absence of two beloved characters, Velvy and Gabriel, which sparked a lot of questions online. “No Velvy or Gabriel? Not a good start,” one fan lamented.
As anticipation builds for next week’s episode, viewers are eager to see what happens next. The teaser hints at a gruesome case involving an estate agent and a missing murder weapon, promising more twists ahead.
Don’t forget, you can catch up on Silent Witness on BBC iPlayer!