Days of our Lives Spoilers: Kristen is Shocked to Discover Rachel Shot EJ

Salem is reeling with rumors and whispers as an explosive theory threatens to unravel the very fabric of the DiMera family. In the latest shocking twist, all signs are pointing to an unimaginable suspect behind EJ DiMera’s recent shooting—his own young niece, Rachel Black.

According to multiple insider accounts, just moments before the shot rang out, EJ was heard saying, “What are you doing?”—a phrase that suggests he recognized the person before him. The fact that he didn’t say “Who are you?” has fans speculating that the attacker wasn’t an intruder, but someone he trusted… someone from within the mansion. And Rachel, being Kristen’s daughter and a familiar presence inside the DiMera estate, fits that profile far too well.

This chilling scenario has fans asking the same haunting question: Could a child really be behind this? If the whispers are true, Kristen’s world is about to come crashing down.

But what would drive Rachel to do such a thing? The answer might lie in a family feud steeped in betrayal. Rumor has it that Kristen recently confronted EJ over the mysterious disappearance of her mother—Rachel’s grandmother—whom Kristen believes EJ may have had secretly removed from Salem. A heated argument between the siblings reportedly took place just hours before the shooting, with Kristen desperately demanding answers and EJ remaining tight-lipped.

What if young Rachel, already exposed to the dysfunction that defines life in the DiMera mansion, overheard that confrontation? What if she misinterpreted it as her mother being hurt or betrayed by EJ—and decided to act?

Kristen’s past makes this theory even more unsettling. Known for her scheming and occasional use of force, she likely keeps a weapon hidden away in the house. It’s not hard to imagine Rachel, a curious and emotionally charged child, discovering it and seeing it as a means to “fix” a problem. In her young mind, clouded by fear and loyalty, pulling the trigger might have seemed like the only way to help her mom.

Reports claim EJ was found with minimal signs of struggle, his expression frozen in shock—perhaps because he never expected danger to come from someone as close as his niece. If Rachel truly did shoot him, it wasn’t just the act itself that shocked EJ—it was the identity of the shooter.

Now comes the heart-wrenching part: How will Kristen respond if she learns the truth? For all her flaws, Kristen is fiercely protective of her daughter. Would she cover it up to keep Rachel safe? Would she destroy evidence, lie to the DiMera family, or even pin the blame on someone else? Or will she crumble under the emotional weight, torn between protecting her child and facing the gravity of what’s been done?

The stakes are high. If EJ survives, will he reveal Rachel’s identity to the rest of the family—or keep the secret to preserve the fragile DiMera unity? And if Rachel confesses, or if Kristen’s cover-up begins to fall apart, the fallout could be devastating. The DiMera family might never recover from this.

As speculation swirls, fans are bracing for the fallout. Whether Rachel is truly the shooter or not, this storyline is pushing Days of our Lives into a bold new direction—one filled with moral dilemmas, emotional turmoil, and an unthinkable betrayal. What’s next for Kristen, Rachel, and EJ could shake the very core of Salem.

One thing’s for sure: the drama is far from over. Stay tuned as the truth threatens to explode, and the DiMera dynasty braces for impact.