EastEnders fans have been left puzzled after one character was noticeably absent as word spread about Mick Carter.
Shirley has been struggling to cope following the incident on Christmas Day, locking herself in the Queen Vic and refusing to see anyone despite their offers of support. Finally, Jean and Denise managed to get access into the pub to find Shirley drunk and out cold on the floor as they chucked a glass of water over her and woke her up.
Bringing her up to the flat, they sat with her and tried to support her through her grief whilst Mitch was seen getting very emotional as he admitted it has been tough for him since Mick disappeared.
