Investigators in Hudson County are asking the public for information that could lead to the arrest of a North Bergen man charged in a fatal shooting in Union City.
The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit is searching for Luis Marin, 57, of North Bergen, who prosecutors say is responsible for the killing of another North Bergen resident.
According to a statement from Hudson County Prosecutor Wayne Mello, Marin has been charged with murder, unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and certain persons not to possess a weapon.
Authorities released Marin’s photo and continue efforts to locate him.
- Luis Marin, 57, of North Bergen, faces charges of murder, unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and certain persons not to possess a weapon in connection with a fatal shooting in Union City.
- David Pulgarin, 42, of North Bergen, was found with gunshot wounds near Bergenline Avenue and 44th Street shortly after 1:50 a.m. on March 23, 2026, and was pronounced dead at Jersey City Medical Center shortly after 2:30 a.m.
- Authorities warn the public not to approach Marin and ask anyone with information to contact the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office at 201-915-1345 or submit an anonymous tip at hcpo.org/tips.
Early Morning Call Brings Police To Bergenline Avenue
The investigation began shortly after 1:50 a.m. on Monday, March 23, 2026, when the Union City Police Department received a report of an altercation and shots fired near Bergenline Avenue and 44th Street.
Officers arrived at the location and found a man suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.
The victim was identified as David Pulgarin, 42, of North Bergen.
Emergency responders transported Pulgarin to Jersey City Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead shortly after 2:30 a.m. that morning.
Prosecutors say Marin is accused of shooting and killing Pulgarin during a fight.
Charges Filed As Search For Suspect Continues
Following the investigation into the shooting, prosecutors filed several charges against Marin.
Those charges include murder, along with unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and certain persons not to possess a weapon.
Authorities say Marin should not be approached.
Prosecutor Urges Public To Provide Information
The HCPO Homicide Unit continues the search for Marin while asking residents to provide information that could help investigators locate him.
Anyone with information about Luis Marin’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office at 201-915-1345 or submit an anonymous tip at hcpo.org/tips.
