Morris County officials address concerns about recent drone activity following police officers

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Local and county law enforcement officials issued a joint statement on November 18, 2024, addressing reports of drone activity observed in the area and emphasizing that there is no known threat to public safety.

A statement issued by Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Sheriff James M. Gannon, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally and other law enforcement leaders confirmed that the drones were detected during routine patrols. Officials from multiple agencies, including federal and state partners, are monitoring and investigating the activity.

The announcement came after unconfirmed rumors about drones spread on social media. Authorities urged citizens to be careful when sharing information online, noting that much of the information circulating may be false.

The statement said, “We want the public to know that we are aware of the activity and are actively coordinating investigation efforts,” while reiterating that no immediate danger has been identified.

Residents with information about drones are encouraged to report it to their local police department and reserve 911 calls for emergencies only.