'We're Tired': Community Frustrated After Gunfire Injures 1 At 'Illegal' Club

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Police are investigating an overnight shooting in North Philadelphia that sent a man to the hospital.

Gunfire erupted at a club on North 5th Street and West Venango Street just after 3 a.m.

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Officers arrived and rushed the victim to the hospital, where he is in critical condition. The 34-year-old victim was reportedly shot in the leg.

One neighbor who spoke to Eyewitness News claims the club is illegal and has been a problem in the neighborhood.

"The tragedy that's happened today has been going on for weeks and weeks," said Steve Cancel.

"And us, as a community, we're tired of this illegal after hour that's here. And, we have to deal with it," he finished.

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Investigators are trying to figure out what sparked the gunfire.

At last check, no arrests have been made.

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