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Man charged with murder in shooting on N. Military Highway in Norfolk

The victim, Christopher J. Hollandsworth, 48, of Chesapeake, died at the hospital from his injuries.

NORFOLK, Va. — A man has been charged with murder in connection with a shooting that left another man dead Tuesday night.  

Norfolk Police say it happened in the 400 block of North Military Highway around 7:40 p.m., near the Arby's restaurant.

Medics rushed, Christopher J. Hollandsworth, 48, of Chesapeake, to Sentara Leigh Hospital where he later died.

Edward F. Gadsen Jr., 56, of Norfolk, remained at the scene and was taken into custody. 

Gadsen has been charged with second-degree murder and use of a firearm. He is currently being held in the Norfolk City Jail with no bond. 

Police said this shooting is being investigated as an isolated incident. 

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