FBI Investigates Mysterious Drones Over NJ Skies
The FBI, New Jersey State Police, and the Office of Homeland Security are investigating reports of mysterious drone sightings along the Raritan River and nearby areas. FOX 5’s Sharon Crowley has the story.
NEW JERSEY – The FBI is looking into a series of mysterious drone flights have been spotted buzzing over New Jersey.
Since Nov. 18, witnesses have reported seeing a fleet of unusually large drones—and even a potential fixed-wing aircraft—flying along the Raritan River. While the identity of the drone operators and the purpose behind these flights remain unclear, authorities assure the public there’s no known threat to safety… at least not yet.
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What’s raising eyebrows, however, is the proximity of these flights to sensitive locations, including the Picatinny Arsenal, a U.S. military research facility, and President-elect Donald Trump’s golf course in Bedminster.
So far, there’s been no indication of any nefarious activity, but federal officials are keeping a close eye on the situation.
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The Federal Aviation Administration has already put temporary restrictions on drone flights in the area as a precaution.
Locally, law enforcement in Morris and Somerset counties are staying vigilant. Law enforcement officials in Morris and Somerset counties issued a joint statement Tuesday stating they were aware of the reports and would continue to monitor the drone activity.
They said at the time, there was no known threat to public safety.
Anyone with information is asked to call the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or submit it online at tips.fbi.gov.
