CRANFORD, N.J. (PIX11) — Teenagers of Cranford have organized a petition to close "gaps in current legislation" after two girls were killed last month.

Friends Maria Niotis and Isabella Salas, both 17, died as a result of a hit-and-run that left the community "shocked and saddened," the petition reads.

The girls were riding e-bikes when they were hit by a car, officials said. A 17-year-old boy from Garwood was arrested and charged with first-degree murder, prosecutors announced following the incident.

Friends of Niotis told PIX11 News that the 17-year-old suspect had stalked her and wanted to date her. Cranford Police Chief Matthew Nazarro asked the public to support the victims' families but refrain from speculating on the investigation.

While police have not confirmed the stalking al

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