**BREAKING: Drone-gate Hits Central Jersey, FBI Scrambles to Uncover Truth Behind Midnight Aerial Antics**
In a bizarre series of events that has left residents scratching their heads and wondering if the apocalypse is near, the FBI has launched a full-scale investigation into reports of mysterious nighttime drone flights crisscrossing central New Jersey.
According to eyewitnesses, the drones – described as “giant, glowing insects” and “mini-choppers from the future” – have been spotted zooming through the skies above towns like Rahway, Linden, and Scotch Plains, leaving a trail of confusion and bewilderment in their wake.
“I was just trying to get some shut-eye when suddenly, this…this…THING was hovering outside my window, shining a blinding light into my bedroom!” exclaimed local resident, Karen Jenkins. “I mean, I’ve seen some weird stuff in my day, but this was like something out of a sci-fi movie!”
The FBI, which has dubbed the phenomenon “Drone-gate,” is urging anyone with information about the nighttime flyovers to come forward. “We’re taking this very seriously,” said Agent Rachel Lee, lead investigator on the case. “We understand that this may seem like something out of a bad action movie, but we assure the public that we’re doing everything in our power to get to the bottom of this…this…DRONE-MENACE!”
As the investigation continues, residents are being advised to remain calm, but vigilant. “If you see one of these drones, DO NOT APPROACH IT,” warned Agent Lee. “Just grab your phone, take a selfie with the drone in the background, and send it to us. We’ll take it from there.”
Meanwhile, local business owners are capitalizing on the phenomenon, selling “I Survived Drone-gate” t-shirts and “Drone- spotting Kits” (which include a pair of binoculars, a flashlight, and a “I’m not crazy, I saw it!” t-shirt).
Theories abound as to the origin of the drones, ranging from “it’s a government experiment gone wrong” to “it’s aliens, dude!” But one thing is certain: central New Jersey will never be the same again.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story, and in the meantime, keep those tin foil hats handy!