Wife of Chiefs OC Shot; Son Arrested in Ashburn
Mia Bieniemy, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, was shot at the family home in Ashburn, Virginia, sustaining serious injuries and being hospitalized. Elijah Zion Bieniemy, the couple’s 27-year-old son, was arrested on suspicion of malicious wounding, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and discharge of a firearm inside a dwelling, and is being held without bond; authorities say there is no threat to the public. The incident occurred while Eric Bieniemy was with the Chiefs at training camp in Missouri, and the team acknowledged being aware of the situation but declined to comment further as the investigation continues. Local authorities described the scene on Sunday evening in the 20000 block of Northpark Drive in Ashburn, with deputies responding at around 7:32 p.m., and the investigation remains ongoing. The Chiefs have expressed support for Mia Bieniemy and stated they would address the situation publicly through team channels as appropriate. This developing story has been widely reported by ESPN and local and national outlets, with updates pending on the condition of Mia Bieniemy and the status of the investigation.
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“Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy's wife stable after shooting, Andy Reid says”USA Today · Jul 27, 2026
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“Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach's son arrested for shooting 57-year-old mother — details”Hello Magazine · Jul 27, 2026
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