NORFOLK, Va. — The Norfolk Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a woman hurt on Monday night.
According to a news release, police got the call to respond to the 1700 block of Greenleaf Drive at 11:15 p.m.
When they got there, they found a woman who was hurt from a gunshot wound. Her name hasn't been released at this time, but she's expected to be okay.
This is the same area where a man was shot on Sunday morning just before 1 a.m. His name and an update on his condition haven't been released, but his injuries were serious.
Pastor Ishmael Wade works at Campostella Heights Seventh Day Adventist Church, nearby the Oakleaf Apartments where police said the shootings happened.
"One of the major concerns that have been expressed by the community is the violence," Pastor Wade said. "Some gang activity and other crime."
Wade joined the church a year ago and said he's eager to make an impact on the community.
"It is very concerning that this is taking place in our area," Wade said. "I think it is symptomatic of some other issues that the area has been facing, as well as some other issues across the country. You know, the issue is there is still unemployment. The reality of it is summertime, with school being out there are less activities to keep the young people involved."
Some neighbors who live at the Oakleaf Apartments said the violence near their home isn't unusual. Off-camera, one person said they are afraid for their safety.
Wade said his church members hold a food pantry every week and various programs for youth in the area. He said they are always looking for new ways to help people in the surrounding neighborhoods.
"Just being able to say, what can we do for our community to make it better," Wade said.
This is an ongoing investigation. If you know anything that could help police, contact the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or submit an online tip by clicking here.