Days of Our Lives Spoilers: Will CPS Remove Rachel Black After EJ Shooting — Is Bayview Next?

DAYS OF OUR LIVES SPOILERS: RACHEL BLACK’S VIOLENT SPIRAL TRIGGERS CPS INTERVENTION — WILL MARLENA BECOME HER GUARDIAN?

TL;DR: Rachel Black reportedly shot EJ DiMera and faces removal by CPS from Brady and Kristen’s custody. Kristen may confess to protect her daughter, leading to prison time, while Marlena Evans could become Rachel’s guardian as the child faces possible commitment to Bayview Sanitarium.

A DiMera Child on the Brink of Total Destruction

The youngest member of Salem’s most notorious family has officially crossed a line that can’t be uncrossed. Rachel Black — that sweet little girl who used to draw pictures for daddy — has allegedly pulled the trigger on her uncle EJ DiMera, and now the entire town is reeling from the shocking violence.

This isn’t just some bratty kid acting out anymore. We’re talking about attempted murder here!

The shooting reportedly stems from Rachel’s twisted sense of family loyalty. When EJ arranged for her grandmother Rachel Blake to be sent away to prevent testimony against him, the young Rachel apparently decided to take justice into her own hands. And here’s where it gets REALLY messy — Johnny DiMera was initially arrested for the crime, creating a whole legal circus while the real shooter remained free.

Does Rachel Black Get Removed by CPS?

Based on the mounting evidence and Rachel’s escalating behavior, CPS intervention appears inevitable. The case against Brady Black and Kristen DiMera as parents is overwhelming.

Let’s be real here — these two have created the most toxic environment possible for a child. Brady once threatened Kristen with a gun while Rachel watched! Kristen has a rap sheet longer than a CVS receipt. And now their daughter has graduated from sending threatening texts to Ava Vitali to literally shooting family members.

The breaking point? Sources suggest Kristen will make a false confession to the shooting to protect Rachel from juvenile detention. Talk about the ultimate maternal sacrifice! But here’s the ironic twist — this act of love will be the very thing that guarantees she loses custody forever. A parent going to prison for attempted murder? That’s an automatic CPS intervention right there.

Is Rachel Black Headed to Bayview?

Given the severity of shooting EJ and her fragile mental state, a regular therapy appointment isn’t going to cut it. Bayview Sanitarium is Salem’s go-to institution for the most extreme psychological cases, making it the logical destination for Rachel.

Dr. Marlena Evans has already been working to assess Rachel’s condition, suggesting the child might be suffering from dissociative amnesia that’s blocking her memory of the shooting. But wait — it gets wilder! Susan Banks has been having visions that Rachel might be possessed by the spirit of Stefano DiMera himself!

I mean, only in Salem could “my kid shot someone” turn into “but maybe she was possessed by her evil adoptive grandfather’s ghost.”

Will Marlena Evans Become Rachel’s Guardian?

Yes, Marlena emerging as Rachel’s guardian seems almost certain at this point. With Kristen heading to prison and Brady deemed unstable, who else is there?

Think about it — Marlena is already acting as Rachel’s de facto therapist. She’s got the professional qualifications as Salem’s most respected psychiatrist. And here’s the kicker: Rachel actually lived with John and Marlena before, and fans remember that as the ONLY stable period in this poor kid’s life!

The poetic irony here is absolutely chef’s kiss. Marlena was once held captive and tortured at Bayview by her enemies. Now she might become the protector of Kristen’s daughter at that very same institution. If that’s not full circle, I don’t know what is!

What’s Next for Salem’s Most Troubled Child?

Could this mean the end of the toxic Brady and Kristen cycle that’s dominated storylines for years? If they lose Rachel, they’ll be forced to confront the ultimate consequence of their dysfunction.

Don’t be surprised if this storyline explores whether Rachel can be saved from the DiMera curse. Is she doomed to follow in Kristen’s villainous footsteps, or can Marlena’s stable influence guide her toward redemption?

Given Rachel’s history of escalation — from digital threats to kidnapping conspiracies to now shooting family members — this intervention couldn’t come at a better time. But let’s be honest, with the DiMera blood running through her veins and possible possession by Stefano, this kid’s got an uphill battle ahead.

Reading between the lines, this whole storyline seems designed to reset multiple character dynamics. Brady and Kristen might finally be forced apart permanently. Marlena gets a redemption arc at the very place that once imprisoned her. And Rachel? Well, she either becomes Salem’s youngest reformed villain or its next generation psychopath.

The real question isn’t whether CPS will step in — it’s whether even Marlena Evans can save a child this far gone. With Kristen’s genetics, Brady’s instability, and the possible supernatural influence of Stefano DiMera, Rachel Black might just be beyond redemption.

Something tells me this is only the beginning of Rachel’s dark journey. Bayview has more security breaches than a discount mall, after all. Will she escape? Will the possession storyline escalate? Or will Marlena actually succeed where everyone else has failed?

One thing’s for certain — Rachel Black shooting EJ DiMera has changed everything in Salem. And with Kristen heading to prison and Brady losing custody, this troubled child’s fate now rests in the hands of the woman her adoptive grandfather once tortured for sport.

If that doesn’t scream soap opera gold, nothing does!

Catch all the must-know Days of Our Lives spoilers and updates here.