Eric Bieniemy's Son Faces Charges in Mother's Shooting Incident

WHO:

CNN - Eric Bieniemy, assistant coach of the Kansas City Chiefs.

CNN - Mia Bieniemy, wife of Eric Bieniemy.

CNN - Elijah Zion Bieniemy, 27-year-old son of Eric and Mia Bieniemy.

CNN - Andy Reid, head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs.

WHAT:

Daily Mail NFL - Mia Bieniemy needed surgery after being shot twice by her son.

Kansas City Star - Some 20 to 30 police vehicles responded to the scene in eastern Ashburn, Virginia.

Kansas City Star - Law enforcement remained present at the Bieniemy residence until roughly 4:30 a.m. Monday.

Kansas City Star - Eric Bieniemy and his family moved to Virginia in 2023 for a one-year job with the Washington Commanders.

Daily Mail NFL - Mia Bieniemy needed surgery after being shot twice by her son.

ABC News - The next scheduled court date for Elijah Bieniemy is a preliminary hearing on Aug. 31.

NBC News - Mia Bieniemy called 911 after being shot by her son, describing the incident as a "domestic disturbance."

NBC News - The Loudoun County Sheriff confirmed that Mia Bieniemy was shot in the left forearm and shoulder, in addition to the chest.

NBC News - Sheriff Mike Chapman stated that there were no previous incidents reported at the Bieniemy home.

NBC News - The criminal complaint states that Elijah Zion Bieniemy shot his mother, Mia Bieniemy, in the left forearm and shoulder.

NBC News - Mia Bieniemy was shot more than once during the incident.

KMBC - Mia Bieniemy was shot in the chest and was conscious but struggling to breathe at the time of the incident.

KMBC - Mia Bieniemy was confirmed to have been shot twice.

KMBC - Elijah Zion Bieniemy was taken into custody on charges including malicious wounding and use of a firearm in a felony.

CNN - Eric Bieniemy was with the Chiefs at training camp in St. Joseph, Missouri, earlier Sunday before the incident.

CNN - Chiefs coach Andy Reid stated, "Our hearts go out to Eric Bieniemy and his family. Thoughts and prayers with them."

CNN - Reid mentioned, "We’ll be able to keep it moving here, but the most important thing is EB has an opportunity to spend some time there and take care of that business."

CNN - The first full-squad workout at Missouri Western State University is scheduled for Wednesday.

CNN - Elijah Zion Bieniemy is being held without bond at the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center.

CNN - Chiefs coach Andy Reid stated, "I can’t get into details on it, but things happen sometimes, and Eric will work through it."

CNN - Reid mentioned, "Mia is stable, which is a plus," and described her as "a saint, we all know that, those of you that know her."

CNN - Joe Bleymaier and Andy Heck will take over Eric Bieniemy's duties during his absence.

CNN - Elijah Zion Bieniemy has been arrested and charged with malicious wounding, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, and discharge of a firearm inside a dwelling.

CNN - Mia Bieniemy was found with multiple gunshot wounds and was transported to a hospital where she was reported to be in stable condition.

CNN - Eric Bieniemy was not present for a workout involving rookies, quarterbacks, and a few veterans on the day following the incident.

WHERE:

CNN - The shooting occurred at the Bieniemy's home in Ashburn, Virginia.

CNN - The investigation is being conducted by the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office.

WHEN:

Kansas City Star - Elijah Bieniemy's next court appearance is set for August 31, when he is scheduled for a preliminary hearing.

ABC News - The next scheduled court date for Elijah Bieniemy is a preliminary hearing on Aug. 31.

CNN - The shooting incident occurred late on a Sunday.

CNN - Elijah Zion Bieniemy was arrested early on the following Monday.

WHY:

CNN - The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, but specific motives have not been disclosed.

HOW:

NBC News - Sheriff Mike Chapman stated, "I'll just say she was shot multiple times, and we have to go through an entire investigation to determine where everybody was, what they did, what prompted it, and how it all transpired."

NBC News - Sheriff Mike Chapman stated, "I'll just say she was shot multiple times, and we have to go through an entire investigation to determine where everybody was, what they did, what prompted it, and how it all transpired."

NBC News - Dispatch audio indicated that the victim was shot by her son, and she was conscious but struggling to breathe at the time of the incident.

KMBC - Dispatch audio indicated that the victim was shot by her son.

CNN - Eric Bieniemy reportedly left Chiefs training camp after the incident involving his wife.

CNN - Eric Bieniemy reportedly left Chiefs training camp after the incident involving his wife.

CNN - Authorities responded to the shooting incident after receiving a call, leading to the discovery of Mia Bieniemy with gunshot wounds.

Mia Bieniemy is recovering from surgery after being shot twice by her son, prompting a significant police response with around 20 to 30 vehicles at the scene in eastern Ashburn, Virginia. Law enforcement remained at the Bieniemy residence until early Monday morning, following the incident. Elijah Bieniemy is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on August 31.