Teen Charged With Murder After Deadly Hit-and-Run Kills Two Girls on E-Bike

An 18-year-old man has been accused of killing two teenage girls in a hit-and-run incident in Cranford, New Jersey. Vincent Battiloro is facing charges after the tragedy occurred on Burnside Avenue on 29 September 2025. Both victims were riding an e-bike when they were struck by a vehicle. The incident took place at around 5:30 p.m. Maria Niotis and Isabella Salas, both 17, died at the scene. Investigators believe Battiloro intentionally hit them while driving at least 70 mph in a 25 mph zone.

After the collision, Battiloro abandoned his SUV and fled on foot. He was arrested and charged two days later. Authorities confirmed he will be tried as an adult for two counts of first-degree murder.

A video was later streamed to Battiloro’s YouTube channel. It featured a young man talking about false allegations and bullying. The Union County Prosecutor’s Office has not yet announced his next court date. Battiloro remains in custody following the charges. The case involves serious allegations of intentional harm. The prosecutor’s office has not released further details about the upcoming legal proceedings.