North Bergen Man Wanted for Union City Homicide

Authorities urge public to contact HCPO with any information on Luis Marin's whereabouts.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 7:48pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single spent shell casing on a dark surface, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conveying the stark, gritty, and investigative nature of this crime scene.A single spent shell casing is the only physical evidence left behind from a fatal shooting that has shaken a normally peaceful Union City neighborhood.Union City Today

The Hudson County Prosecutor's Office Homicide Unit is seeking the public's help to locate a 57-year-old North Bergen man named Luis Marin, who has been charged with murder and other weapons offenses in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in Union City last week.

Why it matters

Homicides are rare in Union City, which has seen a decline in violent crime in recent years, making this an unusual and concerning incident for the community. Apprehending the suspect is a top priority for local law enforcement to ensure public safety.

The details

According to authorities, just after 1:50 a.m. on March 23rd, the Union City Police Department responded to a report of an altercation and shots fired near Bergenline Avenue and 44th Street. They found the victim, 42-year-old David Pulgarin of North Bergen, with an apparent gunshot wound. Pulgarin was transported to the Jersey City Medical Center where he was pronounced dead shortly after 2:30 a.m. Prosecutors have charged Luis Marin, also of North Bergen, with murder, unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and certain persons not to possess a weapon.

  • The incident occurred just after 1:50 a.m. on Monday, March 23rd, 2026.
  • Pulgarin was pronounced dead shortly after 2:30 a.m. on March 23rd, 2026.

The players

Luis Marin

A 57-year-old man from North Bergen, New Jersey who has been charged with murder and other weapons offenses in connection with the Union City homicide.

David Pulgarin

A 42-year-old man from North Bergen, New Jersey who was the victim of the fatal shooting in Union City.

Wayne Mello

The Hudson County Prosecutor who announced the charges against Luis Marin.

Union City Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the initial report of the shooting incident.

HCPO Homicide Unit

The Hudson County Prosecutor's Office Homicide Unit that is leading the investigation and seeking the public's help to locate the suspect.

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What they’re saying

“Authorities also said that the defendant should not be approached and anyone with information regarding Marin's whereabouts is urged to contact the HCPO at 201-915-1345 or to leave an anonymous tip at hcpo.org/tips. All information will be kept confidential.”

— Wayne Mello, Hudson County Prosecutor

What’s next

The HCPO Homicide Unit is actively searching for Luis Marin and urging the public to come forward with any information that could lead to his apprehension.

The takeaway

This tragic homicide in Union City is a rare occurrence in a community that has seen declining violent crime rates in recent years. Apprehending the suspect and ensuring public safety is the top priority for local law enforcement as they work to investigate the incident and gather information from the public.