Mick Carter, Danny Dyer’s EastEnders character, was last seen swimming to sea to save his beloved ex-wife Linda Carter (Kellie Bright), whose vehicle had been thrown off a cliff by Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooks). Linda will be surprised when the police come to Walford, even though she has to accept Mick’s death quickly for the sake of her children.
In the following episodes, the Slaters’ financial position worsens as Alfie Moon (Shane Richie) looks for work.