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Hopewell, Va. (WWBT) – Police in Hopewell are investigating a shooting that left one person injured on Poplar Street Thursday night.
On Nov. 10, at 7:10 p.m., police were called to a report of shots fired in the 2800 block of Poplar Street.
Officers reached the spot and found more than 40 cartridge casings. Two houses and two vehicles were damaged in the firing.
While collecting evidence, police received information that a person had been shot at a residence.
The woman, who received fatal injuries, is currently undergoing treatment at the hospital.
The investigation is ongoing at this time.
Hopewell Police Chief AJ Stark posted a statement on his Facebook page asking for the community’s help, saying in part:
“I am disturbed by the increase in violent crime in our city. While it is true that other regions are experiencing the same rise, it is very disheartening to witness the senseless actions of a few and the effect it has on us all. We must make a conscious decision to stick together to let the perpetrators know that we are sick, tired, and tired of being sick.
Anyone with information can call the Hopewell Criminal Investigations Unit at 804-541-2284.
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