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American Focus > Blog > World News > Hundreds attend wake for Isabella Salas, NJ teen girl killed with best friend in intentional hit-and-run
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Hundreds attend wake for Isabella Salas, NJ teen girl killed with best friend in intentional hit-and-run

Last updated: October 5, 2025 1:36 am
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Approximately 500 individuals gathered on Saturday morning for the wake of Isabella Salas, one of two teenagers from New Jersey who were tragically struck down by a troubled stalker while riding their bikes.

Many mourners stood in line for up to two hours outside the Dooley Funeral Home in West Cranford, eager to offer their condolences to Isabella’s distraught parents, who were visibly shaken as they supported each other in their grief.

Friends and classmates from Cranford High School were seen on the line, many weeping and providing solace to one another.

Isabella Salas was deeply involved in local theater and drama groups. Source: NY Post

Near the closed casket were dozens of floral tributes, including one from the Cranford High School Drama Club, reflecting Isabella’s passion for singing and acting.

A heart-shaped pink arrangement adorned with roses and lilies, alongside a purple display decorated with musical notes, added to the somber atmosphere.

A large, framed photograph of Isabella rested atop her casket. She is scheduled for burial on Monday at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield, NJ.

The tragic deaths of the two teens have deeply affected the community of Cranford, New Jersey. Luiz C. Ribeiro for New York Post
Many came to pay their respects to Salas. Aristide Economopoulos

Isabella was known for her love of animals, particularly her dog, Tucker, as described by family friend Carolyn Pugliese.

“It’s truly heartbreaking,” Pugliese remarked. “Isabella was very close to her family, and they all cherished their time together.”


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“The impact is immense for everyone,” said Jose Febus, a friend of Isabella’s grandmother.

“It’s double the heartache for this community,” the 70-year-old added, noting the turnout of over 500 mourners.

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“This is truly devastating,” said another attendee, who arrived with his young daughter. “We recognized her from choir and other events—it’s a close-knit community.”

The alleged perpetrator had reportedly been stalking Maria Niotis, a longtime friend of Isabella. Source: NY Post
Vincent Battiloro, seen during a livestream shortly after the tragedies. VinnieBat118/YouTube

The other victim, Maria Niotis, was laid to rest on Friday after a service at the St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Union, which was filled to capacity.

Both girls were riding an e-bike when they were allegedly struck by Vincent Battiloro, 17, traveling at 70 mph on a street in Cranford.

Loved ones and neighbors have reported that Battiloro stalked Maria for months, even lingering outside her home in his Jeep and refusing to depart when confronted.

Tony Pugliese, who is also acquainted with Isabella’s family, expressed the community’s sentiment, stating, “We desire justice for both her and Maria. It’s incredibly distressing. Nothing was done about the stalking; it’s a tragic oversight.”

Battiloro, charged as a juvenile on Wednesday with two counts of first-degree murder, faces the possibility of his case being transferred to adult court, as expected to happen this week.

Authorities confirmed that Battiloro does not possess a driver’s license.

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