Man shot multiple times at Broward bar; police search for shooter

An investigation is underway in Pembroke Park after police said a man was shot multiple times at a bar, and now the search is on for the shooter.

According to Pembroke Park police, officers responded to reports of a shooting at Thirsty's Liquor Bar on West Hallandale Boulevard on Monday night. When they arrived, they said they found a man outside the bar suffering from several gunshot wounds.

The victim was taken to a hospital to be treated for injuries and was reported to be in stable condition.

Police said that it appeared as though the incident began with an argument inside the bar. The shooter then pulled out a gun and fired multiple times, hitting the victim.

The shooter then fled the scene in a silver SUV with an unknown tag.

Cynthia Rodriguez owns Diva by Cynthia, a beauty salon next to the bar. She said she was shocked to hear about the shooting.

"I was very surprised when I came to work," said Cynthia Rodriguez

"It's very concerning but good thing is the police showed up right away and good thing also is that the guys is alive," Rodriguez said.

"A lot of people come here have fun, they drink, they are having fun and stuff, but it never seems like they fight or anything," said Franger Lopez.

Lopez works at the tailor shop next to the bar.

"You've got to think smarter, you're not supposed to be drinking and having possession of a firearm, I think that's stupid, I bet it was over something dumb," Lopez said.

Rodriguez hopes this won't scare clients off, and said everyone in the strip mall is trying their best to run a small business.

"To say you have a gun in your hands, you've got to be very disciplined and take control of your actions," Rodriguez said.

The suspect was described as a white or light-skinned male wearing a light-colored shirt, pants, and a hat.

The incident remains under investigation. If anyone has any information, authorities are asking residents to call Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-8477.