Mysterious drone-like objects have been sighted flying over parts of New Jersey
ysterious drone-like objects have been sighted flying over parts of New Jersey—and parts of New York, and Pennsylvania in recent weeks—drawing concern and confusion from residents and state officials, even prompting the FBI to investigate. Federal officials have said that the objects do not appear to be drones and do not provide a threat to public safety, but state officials are pressing the federal government for more information.
On Wednesday, Dec. 11, senators from New Jersey and New York, including Cory Booker Andy Kim, Kirsten Gillibrand, and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, sent ato the FBI, Department of Homeland Security and Federal Aviation Administration requesting a briefing on the sightings. Some of the objects have been observed moving near “critical infrastructures and sensitive locations,” including reservoirs and military installations according toin New Jersey and New York.
“The potential safety and security risks posed by these drones in civilian areas is especially pertinent considering recent drone incursions at sensitive military sites in and outside of the continental United States over the past year,” they wrote. “Protecting civilian infrastructure, safety, and privacy as well as military assets and personnel will require a comprehensive response from Congress and the executive branch.” As of Friday afternoon, no public safety risks have been reported.
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