On December 9, 2024, reports of mysterious drones flying over New York State and New Jersey have been circulating, leaving residents and officials puzzled. The sightings have been on the rise, with witnesses describing unidentified aircraft, some as large as cars, hovering in the night skies. These drones have been spotted in various formations, some flying erratically while others seem to move in an orderly manner. Despite their conspicuous bright lights, these drones have not shown any signs of stealth.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy took to social media on December 5 to address the growing concerns, stating that the sightings are being investigated, but there is currently no known threat to the public. The reports initially centered around Morris County in New Jersey, where witnesses observed these strange objects maneuvering over waterways, reservoirs, and even military facilities like the Picatinny Arsenal.
The sightings have since spread to neighboring counties and even as far south as Philadelphia. This surge in drone activity has prompted responses from various authorities, with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) imposing temporary bans on drone flights over sensitive areas like the Picatinny Arsenal and the Bedminster golf club owned by President-elect Donald Trump. Additionally, the FBI, New Jersey State Police, and the state’s Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness have joined forces to gather information on the sightings, urging eyewitnesses to come forward.
Local news organizations and tech companies like Enigma Labs have also been inundated with reports and recordings of these unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). Enigma Labs allows users to submit geolocated reports of sightings, with a significant portion of their submissions related to the New Jersey drones. The company’s head of marketing, Christine Kim, emphasized the importance of collecting data to identify patterns and potentially solve the mystery.
Despite the flurry of reports and recordings, skepticism remains high, with experts cautioning that many sightings could be attributed to misidentifications or poor optics. UAP skeptic Mick West shared a video demonstrating how easily ordinary aircraft can be mistaken for drones. However, the sheer volume of sightings and the coordinated responses from law enforcement suggest that there may be something unusual happening in the skies over New Jersey.
As investigations continue, the question of what exactly is flying over northern New Jersey remains unanswered. The collaboration between authorities, tech companies, and eyewitnesses highlights the need for a collective effort to unravel the mystery of these mystery drones.
