The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit and the Kearny Police Department have named the victim and suspect in the Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, death of a man who was shot and killed with a bow and arrow, Acting Hudson County Prosecutor Wayne Mello said.
At approximately 6:45 p.m., the Kearny Police Department was notified of an injured man in the area of Kearny and Johnston avenues. Responding officers located a man who was struck by an arrow. The victim – later identified as Pablo Criollo, 45, of Harrison – was transported to University Hospital in Newark, where he was pronounced dead a short time later.
During the initial investigation, Oscar Feijoo, 44, of Kearny, was identified as a person of interest.
After setting several fires and barricading himself in the home, Feijoo ultimately exited the home armed with knives and was taken into custody shortly before 1 p.m. after a brief standoff.
Feijoo has been charged with murder, unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and aggravated arson. Additional charges are expected.
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