While Kristen and Peter were causing a stir at DiMera Mansion, Salem was rocked by the news that Theo Carver had been knocked unconscious and rushed to the hospital.

Everything happened so quickly: Theo was found lying unconscious near Horton Square, surrounded by broken telephones and bloodstains.

The scene stunned the entire town.

Theo was known for his gentle nature, his affection for others, and his lack of openly known enemies.

But clearly, this attack was no accident. Rafe Hernandez immediately launched an investigation, and preliminary findings suggest the attack was connected to the same conspiracy that Kristen was embroiled in.

What made the plot even more dramatic was the reaction of those close to him. Chanel broke down in tears upon hearing the news, while Abe Carver lost his composure at the hospital and vowed to find the culprit. Marlena – who had previously helped Theo overcome his psychological trauma – returned as a second mother, trying to keep everyone calm. But in Salem, calm is a luxury.

An anonymous witness said they saw “a woman in a black coat leaving the scene”—matching Kristen’s description. Could this be a sign that Kristen is behind the attack on Theo? Or is a new force exploiting the chaos to sow further tragedy?

Fans speculate that this attack could be the prelude to the upcoming Corriedale crossover, with Salem and Weatherfield (Coronation Street) caught in a shared disaster. Others believe Theo is merely an unwitting victim of a larger plan—a plan he himself unknowingly helped create.