On Monday, police said officers responded about 11 p.m. to the area of Eastern Avenue near Lexington Street.
Officers found a woman who had been shot. She was taken to a hospital for treatment. The 30-year-old victim's condition was described as stable.
The case remains under investigation.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Rocky Mount Police Department at (252) 972-1411 or Crime Stoppers at (252) 977-1111.