Coronation Street fans were left in shock recently when they noticed

a familiar face in a photograph displayed on DS Lisa Swain’s

desk during a tense scene on January 8.

As the police officer, portrayed by Vicky Myers, engaged in conversation with her daughter Betsy,

viewers couldn’t help but spot a photograph that seemed to depict none other than Becky, Lisa’s late wife.

Since making her debut in 2021, DS Lisa Swain has been a complex character,

often involved in gripping storylines that delve deep into personal tragedy and professional dilemmas.

Lisa’s backstory includes the devastating loss of her wife, Becky, who tragically died while on duty as a police officer.

The heartbreaking details of Becky’s death were shared by Lisa during a conversation with Carla Connor (Alison King) in late 2024. According to Lisa, Becky had been chasing a suspect when the criminal’s getaway car struck her down, leading to her untimely death.

The death of Becky has played a significant role in Lisa’s development as a character, and it has also had a profound impact on her daughter Betsy (played by Sydney Martin). The tragedy tied into an ongoing plot in which Lisa is actively pursuing justice for Becky’s death. In a startling twist revealed late last year, DS Swain uncovered that Becky’s death had been caused by none other than the thug brothers Matty (Seamus McGoff) and Logan (Harry Lowbridge), who were behind the wheel of the getaway car. Despite Lisa’s attempts to bring them to justice, the brothers have managed to avoid arrest due to a lack of concrete evidence.

However, the latest developments have added another layer of intrigue. In a recent episode, fans were stunned when they spotted a photograph on Lisa’s desk during a conversation between Lisa and Betsy. The photo, which showed a dark-haired woman cradling an infant, caught the attention of eagle-eyed viewers. Many were convinced that the woman in the image was none other than Becky.

This discovery sparked a wave of speculation and discussion across social media, with many fans flocking to online forums to share their theories. One user on a popular Coronation Street Facebook group remarked: “Did anyone else notice the photo on Lisa’s desk? It looked like it could be Betsy and her mum, Becky.” Fans took to the comments section to share their thoughts, with some commenting on the emotional weight of the photograph, knowing its connection to the tragic backstory of DS Swain and the unresolved justice for Becky.

The photograph marks a rare visual reference to Becky, who has remained absent from the screen following her death. With her tragic passing being a crucial part of Lisa’s motivation for pursuing justice, this brief glimpse of Becky in the photo was an unexpected and poignant moment for viewers.

As fans continue to speculate about the storylines that will unfold in the coming weeks, this revelation has left many wondering what role Becky’s legacy will play in the future of DS Lisa Swain’s journey. With the brothers Matty and Logan still at large and Lisa determined to see them face justice, the storyline is sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats.

For now, the mystery surrounding Becky’s photo on Lisa’s desk continues to stir intrigue, leaving viewers eager for answers. Will DS Swain finally bring Becky’s killers to justice, and will this photograph be a pivotal clue in her quest for closure? Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain—this subtle detail has only added to the intrigue surrounding the soap’s already thrilling narrative.