In the latest General Hospital twist, Carly has emerged as one of six key suspects in Drew Cain’s shooting, and the evidence — or perhaps planted evidence — is starting to point in unexpected directions.

Before the shocking shooting that left Drew hospitalized, Carly had issued him a fierce ultimatum — one that didn’t go unnoticed. Unfortunately for Carly, the exchange had a witness: Elizabeth Webber.

Known throughout Port Charles for her honesty and deep moral compass, Liz wasted no time reporting what she saw to the police, believing it was the right thing to do.

That single act shattered the fragile trust between the two women. When Carly was summoned to the PCPD for questioning last week, she was blindsided by the news that Liz had given a full statement against her. Furious and feeling betrayed, Carly stormed over to Liz’s home immediately after leaving the station. She claimed she only wanted to “talk,” but her demeanor told a different story.

Inside Liz’s home, tensions were thick enough to cut with a knife. Carly confronted her former friend, questioning her loyalty and motives. Liz, taken aback by Carly’s rage, stood her ground, insisting that the truth had to come first — even if it meant turning against someone she once cared about. However, while Liz briefly stepped away to answer a phone call upstairs, Carly’s behavior took a suspicious turn.

Those few moments alone would prove crucial. Viewers couldn’t miss the way Carly’s eyes darted around the room — scanning every surface, every corner, as if assessing her surroundings for an opportunity. Her expression was calculating, her movements deliberate. By the time she left, she had regained her calm exterior, but something had clearly changed.

Not long after, the PCPD made a shocking discovery. During a search of Liz’s house, investigators found the very gun used in Drew’s shooting — hidden among Willow’s personal belongings. The revelation sent shockwaves through Port Charles. How had the murder weapon ended up there? And more importantly, who put it there?

Speculation spread like wildfire. Given Carly’s confrontation with Liz and her increasingly desperate desire to protect her family, fans began to suspect she may have planted the gun herself — a ruthless but calculated move designed to redirect suspicion away from Michael, who had already become entangled in the investigation.

It wouldn’t be the first time Carly crossed ethical lines to protect her loved ones. Over the years, fans have watched her do whatever it takes to defend her children — sometimes lying, manipulating, and even breaking the law if it meant keeping them safe. To Carly, motherhood has always meant sacrifice… and strategy.

Realizing that Michael’s alibi was weak, Carly may have felt cornered. With the pressure mounting and Drew’s condition uncertain, she might have decided that the only way to keep her son out of prison was to create a diversion — even if that meant framing someone else. By planting the weapon in Liz’s home, Carly could have been setting up a chain reaction: divert suspicion toward Liz or Willow, muddying the investigation just enough to buy Michael more time.

Anna Devane, one of Port Charles’ sharpest investigators, has already voiced her doubts about Carly’s innocence. Even Anna has admitted that Carly would “move heaven and earth” to protect her family — and this case might just prove that point. The stakes are high, and Carly’s reputation as both a fiercely loyal mother and a dangerously clever strategist makes her a formidable suspect.

In the October 14th episode, things took an even darker turn when Carly and Michael sat down with Diane Miller, their trusted attorney. Under questioning, both admitted that they had been inside Liz’s house recently — and separately. Each claimed to have been there only briefly, but their timelines raised eyebrows. Could one of them have used that visit as an opportunity to stash the weapon?

While Michael remains a possible culprit, many fans believe Carly is the mastermind. Her history of taking charge and making bold, sometimes reckless decisions fits perfectly with this theory. Her earlier confrontation with Liz gave her the perfect cover story — a reason to be in the house, to move freely, and perhaps to slip the weapon into place unnoticed.

If true, Carly’s actions would mark one of the most cunning and cold-blooded moves she’s ever made. By placing the gun in Liz’s home, she not only shifts suspicion but also strikes back at someone she now views as a traitor. It’s a devastating combination of revenge and self-preservation — the hallmark of Carly Corinthos’ complex character.

Meanwhile, Liz finds herself trapped in a nightmare. As investigators dig deeper, she’s forced to defend her integrity while facing mounting scrutiny. For someone who has built her life on truth and compassion, being suspected of harboring the weapon used in Drew’s shooting is both humiliating and heartbreaking. Her friendship with Carly is shattered beyond repair, and the tension between the two women threatens to ignite a much larger conflict within Port Charles.

Fans can’t stop speculating about what’s next. Will the truth come out, exposing Carly’s involvement? Or will her careful manipulation allow her to slip away unscathed once again? And if she did plant the gun, how far is she willing to go to keep that secret buried?

The mystery deepens with every episode. Evidence continues to surface, alliances shift, and the lines between guilt and innocence grow increasingly blurred. For Carly, this may be the most dangerous game she’s ever played — one that could either save her family or destroy everything she’s worked for.