Elijah Bieniemy called police days before allegedly shooting his mom
Fox News • • sports
Key Points:
- Elijah Zion Bieniemy, son of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, was arrested for allegedly shooting his mother, Mia Bieniemy, in Ashburn, Virginia.
- Two days before the shooting, Elijah called police from his family home claiming his parents were withholding his firearms, stating he needed them to defend himself and referencing his UFC and CPR certifications.
- Mia Bieniemy was hospitalized with gunshot wounds, initially in stable condition but later transferred out of the ICU; Elijah faces charges including malicious wounding and use of a firearm in a felony.
- Elijah is being held without bond and must complete a mental health competency evaluation before making a court appearance, with reports indicating significant mental health issues affecting his ability to assist in his defense.
- Eric Bieniemy, a prominent NFL coach with the Kansas City Chiefs, has a successful career highlighted by two Super Bowl wins and recent return to the Chiefs after coaching stints elsewhere.
