NJ teen's dashcam may prove murder intent, attorney says in crash

Key Points:

• Vincent Battiloro, 18, was indicted by a Union County grand jury on two counts of first-degree murder for allegedly killing two 17-year-old girls riding an e-bike in Cranford, New Jersey, on September 29, 2025.
• Dashcam footage from Battiloro’s vehicle reportedly shows him turning around to follow the girls before striking them at speeds up to 70 mph in a 25 mph zone, which prosecutors believe could prove intentionality.
• Battiloro faces additional charges including leaving the scene of an accident, reckless driving, and having improper vehicle documentation; he was initially released but later arrested and charged as an adult after police reviewed the dashcam footage.
• The family of victim Maria Niotis alleges Battiloro had stalked her for months prior to the incident and had swatted her residence twice, but prior police reports did not result in protective measures.
• Battiloro’s arraignment is scheduled for October 27, and his defense has agreed to detention without prejudice, leaving room to challenge his adult status later; the victim’s family seeks justice through the legal process.