Chiefs Coach Eric Bieniemy's Son Arrested for Shooting His Mother

Stunning new details have emerged in the shooting of Mia Bieniemy, wife of NFL coach Eric Bieniemy. The couple's 27-year-old son, Elijah, has been arrested for allegedly opening fire on his own mother.

The incident took place Sunday evening at the family's home in Ashburn, Virginia. According to authorities, Elijah Bieniemy shot his mother, Mia Bieniemy, multiple times. She was taken to a hospital; her condition has not been disclosed.

Elijah Bieniemy is currently being held without bond at a Virginia jail. He faces charges of Malicious Wounding, Use of a Firearm in Commission of a Felony, and Discharge of a Firearm Inside a Dwelling, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office.

The motive for the shooting remains unclear, and the investigation is ongoing. Elijah is one of Eric and Mia's two children.

At the time of the shooting, the father was far away. Eric Bieniemy, offensive coordinator for the Kansas City Chiefs, was in Missouri preparing for training camp with the team.

The Chiefs released a brief statement: “The club is aware of the incident involving Eric Bieniemy’s family. Out of respect for their privacy, we won’t have a comment at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with them.”