Single mum who survived cancer 4 times killed by stray bullet fired at home

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 - A mum who managed to beat cancer four times was k!lled when a stranger, who claimed he was just cleaning his gun, fired bullets into her home, cops said. 

Jennifer James, 49, was f@tally shot when 20-year-old Ebenezer Worku allegedly opened fire from his car while parked outside the victim’s house in Berthoud, north of Denver, on April 28. 

The gunman told police that he accidentally shot at the home with his Glock 22 handgun — and then fired again when he was trying to clear the chamber, KDVR reported, citing a police affidavit. 

One of the bullets tore through a window and ended up striking James in the arm and chest, cops said. 

The mum-of-four managed to call 911 before she collapsed and stopped breathing. 

First responders attempted first aid but she was pronounced de@d at the scene. 

Two of her kids were home at the time of the shooting, police said. 

“It just makes me mad that such a senseless act of violence occurred,” said James’ oldest daughter, Ashley James. 

“You never think that’s going to happen to you.” 

The slain mum had beaten cancer four times, her family said.