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FBI, State Police Investigate Mysterious Drone Sightings in New Jersey

For weeks, clusters of drones have hovered over homes, buildings, and golf courses in Morris County, raising questions among residents.

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Unidentified drones have been popping up in New Jersey in droves in recent weeks. [Courtesy: JeShoots/Pexels]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Clusters of large, unidentified drones have been persistently hovering over homes and other locations in Morris County, New Jersey, for weeks, baffling local residents and law enforcement.
  • Federal agencies like the FBI and FAA, alongside state and local authorities, are actively investigating these mysterious drone sightings, which have included disrupting an emergency medical airlift and prompted temporary flight restrictions.
  • Despite widespread investigations and public concern, the operators and purpose of these larger-than-hobbyist drones remain unknown, though officials state there is no known immediate threat to public safety.
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Clusters of large, unidentified drones have been hovering over homes, buildings, and golf courses in New Jersey for weeks. And local residents and law enforcement—including the FBI—have no explanation.

Residents of Morris County, New Jersey, have reported that the drones typically visit houses and other locations at night, hovering in small groups for hours at a time. Video of the mysterious aircraft obtained by FLYING depicts drones that appear to be larger than those a hobbyist, such as a photographer, would typically use.

Jack Daleo

Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.

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