It is time to act. Shoot them down. The caution is not the fault of the State Police. Unmanned drones used recreationally are owned by someone, registered, and expensive. The State Police are simply respecting private property that hasn’t posed a real danger to anyone. But, the danger is growing.
Initially, the public has to be warned the unidentified drones are becoming a public nuisance at the very least and a growing public concern with potential danger especially since they are now chasing Coast Guard boats and consistently flying over public water reservoirs.
People that own unmanned drones that are legally registered need to be given the opportunity to keep them safe from being shot down.
The Coast Guard is still a military unit and have the practice of not shooting until shot upon. That is basically a USA law enforcement standard. I don’t like the fact the origins of the drones are mostly unknown and now are reported as flying in from the ocean. The USA has enemies and they can be sitting in international waters sending in these drones for intelligence and in preparation of a change in leadership in the USA.
New Jersey government at any level has a right to limit airspace to what are a growing number of drones causing ALARM with the public. Drones are one of Iran’s favorite play toys and Russians have a successful navy. Basically, I think anything goes.
New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the 50 states. Public annoyance with these stupid flying machines with the holidays approaching is simply not a good idea. Law enforcement, including the Coast Guard have a right to know what this is all about, whether or not to continue to allow it, and to discontinue the flight of any drone at any time.
Public water supplies should never be under threat by even exhaust fumes.
Many people will receive unmanned drones as gifts this holiday season. Areas can be designated for safe use for recreational drones, like idle fairgrounds, for the safety of the public. But, for those that want to fly over beautiful landscapes or ocean vistas, notification should be mandatory to local authorities. That can be accommodated online.
The New Jersey public has been through enough with all the rough weather that has come their way and fights between drones overhead is dangerous and irresponsible. People don’t need unmanned drones crashing into the Christmas or holiday displays, plate glass windows, or roofs. Enough already. There is a way for the public to be satisfied recreationally while ending annoyance and danger.
No, I don’t live in New Jersey, but, I can be worried for the people there. Find out where Bannon is parking his yacht these days.
