The son of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy has been arrested following a shooting at Bieniemy's home in Virginia, authorities told USA TODAY Sports.At approximately 7:32 p.m. on Sunday, July 26, Loudoun County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a report of a shooting in Ashburn, Virginia, where the Washington Commanders have their practice facility. Deputies located one adult female suffering from multiple gunshot wounds who was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of serious injuries.Chiefs coach Andy Reid said on Monday, July 27, that Bieniemy's wife, Mia Bieniemy, 57, was in stable condition after the incident.Elijah Bieniemy arrestedElijah Zion Bieniemy, 27, was arrested on charges of malicious wounding, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, discharge of a firearm inside of a dwelling. He was transported to the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center and held without bond.Online court records say that Elijah Bieniemy was arraigned Monday morning and will have a preliminary hearing on Aug. 31.The Chiefs confirmed to USA TODAY Sports that Bieniemy is currently away from the team."The club is aware of the incident involving Eric Bieniemy’s family," the team said in a statement. "Out of respect for their privacy, we won’t have a comment at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with them."According to property records, Eric and Mia Bieniemy own a house on the 20000 block of Northpark Drive in Ashburn, Virginia, where the alleged shooting took place, according to the release.Bieniemy was the Chiefs' offensive coordinator from 2018 to 2022 and returned to the role for the 2026 season. He was the Washington Commanders' offensive coordinator in 2023 before serving as the Chicago Bears' running backs coach in 2025.Bieniemy spoke with USA TODAY Sports on Saturday, July 25, at Chiefs training camp about his decision to return to the team.Andy Reid provides update on Mia Bieniemy conditionSpeaking after training camp practice on Monday, July 27, Reid told reporters that Eric and Mia Bieniemy had his full support."Our hearts to go out to Eric Bieniemy and his family. Thoughts and prayers are with them," Reid said, noting he would not address any specific details. "... Eric will work through it. He's got a great support group here and is with his family as needed. We'll let time take care of it from there."With Eric Bieniemy stepping away from the team for the time being, Reid said Joe Bleymaier would take over offensive coordinator duties for the time being. Bleymaier has been with the Chiefs since 2016, rising from offensive quality control assistant to pass game coordinator, the role he's held since 2023.Reid added there was no timetable for a return for Bieniemy.Video shows Elijah Bieniemy arrestFootage obtained by FOX 5 DC showed Elijah Bieniemy being detained by responding officers.
Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy's son arrested after mother shot at family home
The wife of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy was shot at the couple's home in Virginia the night of Sunday, according to a report.










