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Benjamin Lynch

Trigger Point viewers all react same way as ITV show 'kills off' main character

ITV viewers were left stunned as the first episode of new show Trigger Point killed off one of its main characters in the very first episode.

However, this was not the only thing leaving TV-watchers bewildered.

One particular part of the new crime drama caused viewers to get annoyed, as it "destroyed the tension" of the show.

Jed Mercurio is the show's producer, the man responsible for the gripping Line of Duty, and Trigger Point was expected to have plenty of tense moments too.

However, some viewers felt that these flashpoints were ruined, even as one of the main characters were killed off in shocking circumstances.

So what was it that annoyed viewers?

ITV adverts annoying viewers

The show's explosive moments were broken up by adverts (mattfrost)

The show's tension was repeatedly broken up by adverts, annoying some viewers who wanted the next part of the breathless action to come straight away.

One Twitter user said: "I'm watching trigger point, trying to enjoy it but your adverts are destroying the mood, every 15 minutes, please curb the annoying ads."

Another noted: "I hope Trigger Point isn't spoiling your enjoyment of the adverts."

Others, meanwhile, were pleased that the adverts broke up the action, saying they were needed so that they could 'catch their breath'.

"I thought that adverts would be annoying while watching Trigger Point, but it turns out they are very handy to help catch your breath!" wrote another.

What happened in Trigger Point?

The shock demise of one character left viewers stunned (ITV)

Beware of spoilers before you read any further.

If you are looking to catch up quickly before watching the show's next instalment on Sunday January 30, then this is the brief guide for you.

The show follows a bomb disposal team taking on a terrorist cell.

Adrian Lester played bomb disposal expert Joel Nutkins, while Line Of Duty and This is England star Vicky McClure is Lana Washington.

After a false alarm early on, the two then investigate a scene outside a building when a van explodes.

Innocent people are caught in the blast and Joel is seemingly killed. Lana, knocked unconscious by the blast, wakes up to see Joel's arm lying on the ground, distinguishable by his tattoo.

Further tension is expected from writer Daniel Brierley in next week's show.

*Trigger Point returns on Sunday January 30 at 9pm on ITV

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