Mia Bieniemy, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, was shot and wounded inside the family home, and authorities accused her son of committing the crime.
Luckily, Mia is expected to survive the shooting. Mia Bieniemy, 57, was “hospitalized in stable condition on Monday” July 27, 2026, According to ESPN. “The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is investigating a shooting that occurred on July 26, 2026, at the 20000 block of Northpark Drive in Ashburn, Virginia.” officials confirmed In a news release.
“At approximately 7:32 p.m., deputies responded to a report of shots fired. Deputies found an adult female suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. She was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of serious injuries,” police wrote. Authorities did not reveal the motive or circumstances of the shooting; He did not even formally take Mia’s name. However,the new York Times Mia was also named as a victim of the attack.
Authorities announced that Elijah Bieniemy was charged with ‘malicious wounding’
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Elijah Zion Bieniemy, 27, of Ashburn, was named as the suspect by authorities. “Elijah was arrested and charged with malicious wounding, use of a firearm during the commission of a felony, and discharging a firearm inside a dwelling,” authorities wrote. He was taken to the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center, where he was being held without bond. Police released the above booking photo of Elijah.
“The investigation is ongoing and there is not believed to be any threat to the public,” he said. “Anyone with any additional information is asked to contact the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office at 703-777-1021. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are asked to call Loudoun County Crime Solvers at 703-777-1919 or submit a tip through the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office app.”
Eric has had a long career with the Chiefs. Eric Bieniemy “returned to the Chiefs as offensive coordinator this season after a previous stint as OC with the team from 2018-22,” the new York Times wrote. “He was the offensive coordinator for the Washington Commanders in 2023. The couple’s home is about three miles from the Commanders’ practice facility.”
The Kansas City Chiefs coach said the team’s thoughts are with Eric Bieniemy.
The Chiefs coach released a statement to ESPN.
“Our thoughts go out to Eric Bieniemy,” head coach Andy Reid said after Monday’s practice. “Mia is stable, which is a plus. We all love EB, and you hate to see those things happen.”
ESPN added: “Eric Bieniemy left Chiefs training camp and was not in attendance for Monday’s practice.”
according to New York Post, Eric was not present when his wife was shot; Eric “was with the Chiefs for training camp in St. Joseph, Mo.,” Post Reports say he was shot in the chest and arm.
“The club is aware of the incident involving the family of Eric Bieniemy,” the Chiefs said in a statement. Post. “Out of respect for their privacy, we will not be commenting at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with them.”
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