Days of Our Lives Shocker: Rachel Cleared in EJ Shooting — Kristen Revealed as the Real Culprit
In one of the most jaw-dropping twists Salem has seen in years, Days of Our Lives has dropped a bombshell that will change everything. For weeks, speculation has swirled about who was responsible for the shocking shooting of EJ DiMera — and while suspicion initially fell on young Rachel, the truth is far darker.

In a stunning turn of events, it’s been revealed that Rachel is completely innocent — and the real shooter is none other than Kristen DiMera herself.

The Build-Up: Rachel Under Fire
When EJ was shot during a tense confrontation, chaos erupted in Salem. Witnesses claimed they saw Rachel near the scene, and rumors quickly began to swirl.

The Salem PD, already under pressure from the DiMera family, launched a full investigation, but with circumstantial evidence mounting, Rachel found herself painted as the prime suspect. Even her mother, Kristen, appeared strangely protective yet evasive, fueling gossip that she was hiding something.

Rachel’s trial became a media circus, with friends and enemies alike weighing in on whether she was capable of such a violent act. Tensions boiled over when Rachel made an emotional confession in court — one that seemed to suggest she had been at the scene and may have pulled the trigger.

The Twist: The Truth Comes Out
Just when it looked like Rachel’s fate was sealed, new evidence surfaced that blew the case wide open. Forensics from the bullet trajectory and gunpowder residue pointed to someone else entirely — and the shocking truth was revealed: Kristen was the one who shot EJ.

According to sources inside the Salem PD, Kristen’s motive was a twisted mix of revenge and protection. EJ had allegedly uncovered sensitive information about one of Kristen’s covert dealings, and she feared he would expose her. But the shooting was not meant to be fatal — Kristen reportedly intended only to scare EJ into silence.

However, the situation spiraled out of control when Rachel stumbled onto the scene moments later, unknowingly making herself the perfect scapegoat.

The Fallout: Salem Reacts
The revelation has left Salem reeling. EJ, still recovering from his injuries, is said to be both furious and deeply hurt by Kristen’s betrayal. Once one of his closest allies, she is now his would-be killer — and the betrayal cuts even deeper given that she used her own daughter to shield herself.

Rachel’s name may be cleared legally, but emotionally, the damage is far from over. She’s been through public humiliation, legal battles, and the crushing realization that her own mother let her take the fall. Those close to her worry about how this trauma will affect her going forward.

The DiMera family, notorious for keeping their dirty laundry private, is now facing a public relations nightmare. Stefano’s legacy of ruthless tactics lives on, but this time, the scandal is threatening to fracture the family beyond repair.

Kristen’s Next Move
Kristen is no stranger to chaos, but even she may have pushed her luck too far this time. With mounting evidence against her, her options are narrowing. Sources suggest she’s already considering fleeing Salem to avoid arrest, though others believe she may try to cut a deal with EJ to avoid prison time.

Still, Kristen has a history of turning situations in her favor. Some speculate she could claim self-defense or frame the shooting as an accident. The question is whether anyone — even her most loyal allies — will believe her after this level of deceit.