A New Jersey man is facing serious charges after allegedly killing two teenage girls. According to prosecutors, Vincent Battiloro, now 18, deliberately hit 17-year-olds Maria Niotis and Isabella Salas with his vehicle while they were riding electric bikes in Cranford, New Jersey, on September 29, 2025. Battiloro was charged as an adult on June 26.
Boasting on Social Media
Following the incident, Battiloro appeared on a YouTube livestream, where he talked about the “engagement” he was receiving due to the case. Despite the ongoing investigation, Battiloro dismissed critics in the chat, emphasizing the benefit of increased online interaction.
“The more you guys engage in the chat, the more you give me engagement and I get paid for YouTube,” he stated. “I’m not doing anything until people stop messaging negativity.”
He did express condolences for the victims but mentioned that more details would be shared in the future, citing his inability to disclose more information at the time.
Incident Details
Police revealed that Battiloro’s dash camera footage shows him driving a Jeep Compass on the day of the incident. He allegedly followed Niotis and Salas before accelerating and striking them at a high speed. After the collision, Battiloro reportedly fled the scene on foot.
Legal Proceedings
The suspect’s identity was initially kept confidential due to his age at the time of the crime, but his case was transferred to adult court. Battiloro now faces two counts of first-degree murder.
Brent Bramnick, the attorney for the Niotis family, expressed appreciation for this legal development, viewing the decision as a step towards justice. He acknowledged the community’s support in honoring Maria and Isabella’s memories.
Ongoing Questions
Bramnick also highlighted additional incidents involving Battiloro, such as alleged swatting of the victims’ home earlier in September 2025. He stressed the need for a thorough investigation due to these prior incidents and questioned the police’s actions during this period.
As the case progresses, Battiloro’s attorney has yet to comment. Fox News Digital remains engaged in covering the ongoing investigation and welcomes any tips related to the story.