In Casualty, few characters embody dedication and loyalty like Charlie Fairhead (Derek Thompson), the long-serving clinical nurse manager. Throughout his decades in the Holby City ED, Charlie has repeatedly faced the agonizing dilemma of choosing his staff’s well-being and defending them, often at the direct expense of his own family’s needs or wishes, especially when…
Another dramatic incident has struck Holby City’s ambulance team in Casualty, when paramedic Jan Jenning (Di Botcher) found herself caught in a devastating collision: while rushing back to the hospital, she ran over a pedestrian, triggering a personal and professional crisis. The Accident and Its Immediate Aftermath The storyline unfolded in Series 38 (in 2024).…
One of the most harrowing and emotionally impactful storylines in Casualty‘s history saw our ambulance service heroes involved in a devastating accident: an ambulance hit and killed a pedestrian, leaving lasting consequences for the medical staff. The Incident That Changed Everything for Iain Dean The episode you’re referring to occurred in Series 30 (aired in…
In a recent and highly impactful storyline (early 2025, UK air dates), the respected consultant Dylan Keogh (William Beck) found himself at the center of a public storm. He was accused of manslaughter by gross negligence following the death of a pregnant patient, Thea, after a car crash. The grieving widower, Aaron Bayliss, fueled by…
One of Casualty‘s most shocking and emotionally charged storylines confronted the Emergency Department team with a chilling case of abuse and manipulation when an unexpected birth in an ambulance led to a terrifying revelation. The Secret Birth in the Ambulance The story begins when a young girl, Lucy (played by Ruby Barker), just 13 years…
Prepare for a tense and emotionally charged episode of Casualty, where paramedic Iain Dean (Michael Stevenson) faces a daring crane rescue, and a shocking discovery by Indie (Katie McGlynn) turns her into an unlikely hero! The Perilous Crane Rescue The drama unfolds when a crane operator, Ronnie, finds himself in grave danger, trapped high above…
In Casualty‘s long history, Holby City Hospital’s emergency department has seen countless dramas, but few moments have been as shocking and unthinkable as seeing beloved medics, who dedicate their lives to saving others, ending up in handcuffs. Here are some of the most notable instances where our trusted healthcare professionals found themselves on the wrong…
In a particularly gripping storyline (early 2025, UK air dates), the highly respected consultant Dylan Keogh (William Beck) was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter by gross negligence. This shocking development occurred on the same day he received life-changing news about becoming a father. The arrest stemmed from a previous incident where Dylan was unable to…
Get ready for a poignant and deeply troubling storyline in Casualty, where a mother’s intense pressure on her daughter to undergo gastric band surgery leads to significant medical and emotional consequences. Paula’s Pressure on Layla The storyline centers on Layla, a young woman struggling with body image issues, and her mother, Paula. Paula is obsessed…
Get ready for an incredibly tense and horrifying episode of Casualty, as an unusual and terrifying emergency puts paramedic Teddy Gowan’s life at risk! What seems like a routine call will quickly turn into a nightmare when Teddy becomes the unexpected victim of a venomous spider bite. The Incident: Teddy Under Attack Spoilers reveal that…