What to Know About the Mysterious Drones Flying Over New Jersey

The craft are said to be the size of an SUV, and have been observed flying in groups.

Multiple drones are seen over Bernardsville, N.J., on Dec. 5, 2024 Brian Glenn/TMX via AP

Dozens of sightings of unmanned drones across the state of New Jersey have local residents concerned, and lawmakers baffled. These aren’t pranks or crackpot reports, either—sightings have been reported by police and the Coast Guard.

Here’s what we know so far:

The Sightings

The drones were first reported around Nov. 18 in Morris and Hunterdon counties; sightings have spread to more than a dozen areas, including Monmouth, Ocean, and Camden counties.