Chiefs Coordinator Eric Bieniemy’s Wife Shot; Son Charged July 27

The wife of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy was shot multiple times Sunday night at the family’s home in Ashburn, Virginia. Mia Bieniemy, 57, was hospitalized in stable condition after being shot in the chest and arm. Her 27-year-old son, Elijah Zion Bieniemy, was arrested and charged with malicious wounding, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, and discharge of a firearm inside a dwelling. Eric Bieniemy left the Chiefs’ training camp to be with his wife.

What happened Sunday night

Deputies responded at 7:32 p.m. ET Sunday to the 20000 block of Northpark Drive in Ashburn, Virginia, after a report of a shooting. They found a woman with multiple gunshot wounds. Mia Bieniemy made the 911 call herself, according to Loudoun County Sheriff Mike Chapman. She was transported to a hospital for treatment of serious injuries and is now in stable condition.

Son arrested and charged

Elijah Zion Bieniemy, 27, of Ashburn, was arrested and charged with malicious wounding, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, and discharge of a firearm inside a dwelling. He is being held without bond at the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center. Sheriff Chapman confirmed that Elijah is the son of Eric and Mia Bieniemy. No previous incidents had been reported at the home, Chapman said.

Bieniemy leaves training camp

Eric Bieniemy was at Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph, Missouri, with the Chiefs for their second training camp practice Sunday when the shooting occurred. He left camp Monday to be with his wife. Chiefs coach Andy Reid said there is no timetable for Bieniemy’s return. Pass game coordinator Joe Bleymaier will take over Bieniemy’s duties during his absence. Reid called Mia “a saint, one of God’s good blessings” and said the most important thing is that Eric has time with his family.

Next court date set for August 31

Elijah Bieniemy’s arraignment was scheduled for Monday morning but was continued. His next court date is a preliminary hearing on August 31 at 10 a.m. in Loudoun County. The public defender is listed as his attorney in online court records. The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office said the investigation remains active and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

Final Thoughts

Mia Bieniemy remains in stable condition after being shot multiple times. Her son faces three felony charges and is held without bond. Eric Bieniemy’s return to the Chiefs is uncertain as he focuses on his family during this crisis.

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