Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy’s wife shot by son at VA home: Police

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The wife of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy was hospitalized after being shot at the family's home in Ashburn, Virginia, and authorities have charged the couple's 27-year-old son in connection with the incident.

What authorities say happened

According to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office:

• Deputies responded to a shooting at the family's home Sunday evening.

• Mia Bieniemy, 57, was found with multiple gunshot wounds.

• She was taken to a hospital, where officials said she was in stable condition.

Police arrested Elijah Zion Bieniemy, 27, who has been charged with:

• Malicious wounding.

• Use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.

• Discharging a firearm inside a dwelling.

He is being held without bond while the case proceeds.

Chiefs respond

Eric Bieniemy was with the Chiefs at training camp in Missouri when the shooting occurred but was absent from team activities afterward to be with his family. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid expressed support for Bieniemy and said the organization is focused on supporting the family during this difficult time.

Bottom line

Authorities allege that Eric Bieniemy's son shot his mother, Mia Bieniemy, at the family's Virginia home. Mia remains hospitalized in stable condition, while Elijah Zion Bieniemy faces multiple felony charges. The investigation is ongoing.