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In late November 2024, large, unidentified drones began appearing during nighttime hours over multiple counties in New Jersey, including Morris and Somerset counties.[1][2] Sightings were eventually reported in at least 12 different counties in New Jersey and on Staten Island.[3][4] The origin of the drones is not publicly known and investigations are ongoing.[5]
'''2024 New Jersey drone sightings''' has sent New Jersey residents to turning their eyes to the skies after unidentified drones were reported in their state. On Sunday night, December 8, 2024, 49 drone sightings were observed by New Jersey residents. Not all the sightings were legitimate, said New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy who spoke after a bill signing December 9 in Princeton, New Jersey. Murphy said one of the sightings was a small plane while in other instances there were multiple reports of the same objects that night. The drones were first reported on November 18. The unidentified drones have been seen flying over Picatinny Arsenal and near former President Trump's [[National Golf Club, Philadelphia|National Golf Club, Philadelphia in Pine Hill]]. <br><br>Murphy said the public had nothing to fear and the incident was being investigated by the FBI.<br> <ref>{{citation
| url = https://www.nj.com/news/2024/12/nj-had-49-mystery-drone-sightings-in-one-night-but-not-all-were-legit-murphy-says.html
|date = 09 December 2024
| title = N.J. had 49 ‘mystery drone’ sightings in one night, but not all were legit, Murphy says
| author = Tina Kelley</ref>
<ref>{{citation</br>
| url = https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/mysterious-drones-sightings-new-jersey/
|date = 07 December 2024
| title = N.J. had 49 ‘mystery drone’ sightings in one night, but not all were legit, Murphy says
| authors = Ryan Hughes, Matthew Cavallo, Joe Brandt, Tom Gardiner</ref><br>
"We understand the concern, and we are doing all we can to figure out what's going on," a spokeswoman for the FBI's Newark Field Office, which is leading the investigation, told PIX11 News. "We truly don't have much information to provide at the moment." The statement was reported by Newsweek on December 10, 2024.
<ref>"https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/fbi-issues-statement-as-mystery-drone-sightings-reach-new-york/ar-AA1vBXGu</ref></br>
<br>Residents in the Delaware Valley in Pennsylvania have also viewed the drones, according to Maureen Rush a retired a 45 year peace officer veteran. Rush said most of the drones were commercial size drones seen flying in flocks. "My other concern is that there are multiple drone sightings. They're almost in a flock. If they were geese, they'd be in a flock, and that's what's really unnerving for people," she said.<ref>https://6abc.com/post/large-drones-spotted-philadelphia-area-fbi-investigates-mysterious-drone-sightings-new-jersey/15630194/</ref></br>


<br>'''Patterns of sightings and affected areas'''</br>
The drones were observed flying over residential areas and critical infrastructure, such as power lines, railroads, and highways.[6] They were also sighted near Naval Weapons Station Earle, Round Valley Reservoir, and Hunterdon County's emergency communications center.[6][5] Sightings were particularly concentrated along the Raritan River corridor.[6][7]
The drones often appeared in groups, emitting a loud humming noise and, in some instances, flying alongside what may have been a fixed-wing aircraft.[8] Witnesses described some drones as being as large as SUVs and capable of operating in strong winds.[9][10]
The drones disrupted aviation operations, including a medevac helicopter mission on November 26, 2024, which was delayed from transporting a seriously injured patient due to drone interference near Branchburg.[11] The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) implemented temporary flight restrictions over sensitive sites such as the Picatinny Arsenal and President-elect Trump’s Bedminster golf club.[6]
<br>'''Investigation and official responses'''</br>
The investigation involves multiple agencies, including the FBI, New Jersey State Police, and the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness.[5] Authorities emphasized that there was no known threat to public safety but encouraged the public to report sightings.[1] Governor Phil Murphy met with United States Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas to discuss the situation.[5] Meanwhile, Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis requested briefings from the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security.[3]
Sgt. Kevin Fennessy of the Ocean County Sheriff's Drone Department reported that their department does not know the origin or purpose of these drones. Efforts are being made to map sightings in cooperation with New Jersey State Police and the Office of Homeland Security.[5] Local law enforcement officials expressed concerns about the drones' potentially "nefarious" nature.[6]
Various theories have circulated among the public, ranging from foreign surveillance to unidentified flying objects. However, authorities have not confirmed any explanations.[7] The FBI's Newark field office has requested anyone with relevant information to come forward.[6]
See also
2024 US air base drone incursions in the United Kingdom
'''References'''
<br>Shipkowski, Bruce (December 4, 2024). "FBI investigating reports of large drones flying in New Jersey, seeks public's help". AP News.</br>
<br>Caloway, Nick (December 3, 2024). "Video shows drones circling the skies of New Jersey. Here's what the FBI is doing about them". CBS New York.</br>
<br>Maxfield, Jen (7 December 2024). "FAA imposes flight restrictions as NJ drone mystery extends to Staten Island". NBC New York. Retrieved 7 December 2024.</br>
<br> "NJ drone sightings: State officials accused of knowing more than they're telling". YouTube. Fox News. 8 December 2024. Retrieved 9 December 2024.</br>
<br>Murdoch, Jim (December 6, 2024). "Officials: More drones spotted across New Jersey, this time at the Jersey Shore". News 12. Retrieved 7 December 2024.</br>
<br> McFadden, Alyce (December 7, 2024). "Unidentified Drones Light Up New Jersey's Skies, Baffling Residents". The New York Times.</br>
<br> Martin, Saleen; Westhoven, William; Morel, Kyle (December 4, 2024). "Drone sightings reported over New Jersey, now FBI involved. Here's what we know so far". Daily Record. Retrieved 7 December 2024.</br>
<br> Cervantes, Fernando Jr. (December 7, 2024). "More drone sightings reported in New Jersey as officials investigate: Here's what to know". USA TODAY. Retrieved 8 December 2024.
<br> Alexander, Dan (December 5, 2024). "Mysterious drone sightings puzzle New Jersey residents". New Jersey 101.5.</br>
<br>Hughes, Ryan; Cavallo, Matthew; Brandt, Joe; Gardiner, Tom (7 December 2024). "Mysterious drones seen near New Jersey Trump golf course after Gov. Murphy, FBI respond to other sightings". CBS Philadelphia. Retrieved 8 December 2024.</br>
<br> Kelley, Tina (December 4, 2024). "Mystery drones kept helicopter from taking patient to N.J. hospital, college says". NJ.com.</br>




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2024 New Jersey drone sightings has sent New Jersey residents to turning their eyes to the skies after unidentified drones were reported in their state. On Sunday night, December 8, 2024, 49 drone sightings were observed by New Jersey residents. Not all the sightings were legitimate, said New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy who spoke after a bill signing December 9 in Princeton, New Jersey. Murphy said one of the sightings was a small plane while in other instances there were multiple reports of the same objects that night. The drones were first reported on November 18. The unidentified drones have been seen flying over Picatinny Arsenal and near former President Trump's National Golf Club, Philadelphia in Pine Hill.

Murphy said the public had nothing to fear and the incident was being investigated by the FBI.
[1] [2]
"We understand the concern, and we are doing all we can to figure out what's going on," a spokeswoman for the FBI's Newark Field Office, which is leading the investigation, told PIX11 News. "We truly don't have much information to provide at the moment." The statement was reported by Newsweek on December 10, 2024. [3]

Residents in the Delaware Valley in Pennsylvania have also viewed the drones, according to Maureen Rush a retired a 45 year peace officer veteran. Rush said most of the drones were commercial size drones seen flying in flocks. "My other concern is that there are multiple drone sightings. They're almost in a flock. If they were geese, they'd be in a flock, and that's what's really unnerving for people," she said.[4]


Footnotes

  1. ↑ {{citation | url = https://www.nj.com/news/2024/12/nj-had-49-mystery-drone-sightings-in-one-night-but-not-all-were-legit-murphy-says.html |date = 09 December 2024 | title = N.J. had 49 ‘mystery drone’ sightings in one night, but not all were legit, Murphy says | author = Tina Kelley
  2. ↑ {{citation
    | url = https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/mysterious-drones-sightings-new-jersey/ |date = 07 December 2024 | title = N.J. had 49 ‘mystery drone’ sightings in one night, but not all were legit, Murphy says | authors = Ryan Hughes, Matthew Cavallo, Joe Brandt, Tom Gardiner
  3. ↑ "https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/fbi-issues-statement-as-mystery-drone-sightings-reach-new-york/ar-AA1vBXGu
  4. ↑ https://6abc.com/post/large-drones-spotted-philadelphia-area-fbi-investigates-mysterious-drone-sightings-new-jersey/15630194/
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