Coronation Street aired a sudden death on the ITV soap on Monday night, and the news left Roy Cropper reeling and devastated.
The character couldn't comprehend the news that a close friend had passed away, just hours after he spoke to them.
Roy was visibly devastated about the sudden loss, as tragedy hit the street ahead of a murder set to air in upcoming episodes.
Newcomer Melvyn sadly lost his life after a medical emergency, leaving his beloved pooch Freddie in the care of Roy for the time being.
Melvyn had visited Roy in the café and they planned to go on a day trip together, along with Freddie the dog.
But not long after the pair set off to visit a local bat roost, Roy returned with some worrying news.
Roy confirmed that their day trip had come to an abrupt end, and that Melvyn had to be rushed to hospital.
Cradling Freddie, Roy told Shona and Nina that Melvyn had suffered a funny turn and that doctors were running tests.
Roy said it wasn't looking too good for his friend, but his family were with him - while he later informed Evelyn about the incident too.
He confirmed Melvyn had collapsed and appeared to suffer from a heart attack, and that doctors were concerned about him.
Then tragedy struck, as Roy had some "distressing news" via a phone call with Melvyn's sister.
She informed Roy that Melvyn had died a short time ago, leaving him in complete shock and unable to process the sudden loss of his friend.
He told Nina: "It's very hard to comprehend. I was only talking to him a matter of hours ago. He seemed fine as far as one can tell of such things."
Roy then told her that he needed to alert their group about the sad loss, while little Freddie appeared to cry at the news.
Later this week Roy will find out he has inherited the adorable dog, leaving Roy with an impossible decision to make.
Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV1 and ITV X.
