This week on Days of Our Lives, tension runs high in Salem as Rafe Hernandez finds himself at the heart of a chilling investigation following the near-fatal shooting of EJ DiMera. EJ, once considered untouchable, now lies unconscious in a hospital bed after suffering a devastating gunshot wound — a calculated and precise hit that left him fighting for his life.
The drama ignites when Chad DiMera, alarmed by a mysterious call, rushes to the DiMera mansion only to find EJ collapsed on the cold marble floor, bleeding profusely from a wound dangerously close to his heart. In a panic, Chad calls emergency services and tries to stabilize his brother as best he can. The chaos intensifies when EJ suffers a seizure while being rushed to the hospital, sending shockwaves through the DiMera family and the entire town of Salem.
As detectives scramble for leads, Rafe makes a critical discovery: a hidden surveillance camera in the living room, possibly the only witness to the brutal attack. Retrieving the footage discreetly, Rafe quickly realizes that what’s on that video could not only identify the shooter but also destroy lives. Faced with a moral crossroads, Rafe is forced to decide whether to hand over the tape to the authorities or keep it hidden to protect someone close to him.
The stakes couldn’t be higher. As the footage rolls, Rafe is stunned by what he sees — while the recording is grainy, one haunting detail stands out: EJ didn’t react with fear until he saw the shooter. That moment of recognition — calm yet stunned — confirms EJ knew who pulled the trigger. This betrayal cuts deep, implying the attacker was someone he trusted.
Now, Rafe is burdened with more than just evidence — he’s caught between his duty as a lawman and his loyalty to those he holds dear. Gabby, Johnny, Jada, and even Sami are all under scrutiny, each with their own motives and troubled history with EJ. Gabby’s business battles with him, Johnny’s emotional fury over the past, Jada’s protective instincts toward Rafe, and Sami’s long list of grievances all add layers of complexity to the case. Could one of them really be behind the cold, calculated attack?
As Rafe wrestles with this internal turmoil, the emotional fallout from EJ’s shooting spreads across Salem. Chad leans on Kate for support as they wait for word on EJ’s condition. Meanwhile, Jada and Shawn share a quiet moment of reflection, drawing closer as they process the growing danger within their circle. Kate, never one to sit quietly, speculates that EJ might’ve been involved in Rex’s hit-and-run — deepening the mystery further. Even Roman, the family’s stoic figure, locks away his gun with a knowing look — a silent nod to the danger closing in.
While the town buzzes with theories and whispered suspicions, Rafe remains in the eye of the storm, holding onto the truth that could blow the entire case wide open. But revealing it could also shatter bonds and upend lives. Will he choose justice, no matter the cost? Or will fear, loyalty, and love keep him silent?
As this emotional rollercoaster continues, fans are left with burning questions: Who really shot EJ? What’s on that tape? And will Rafe make the right call before it’s too late?
Let us know what you think — who’s guilty, and what should Rafe do with the evidence? Stay tuned for more explosive revelations right here on Days of Our Lives.
