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Bay Head bans drones used to hunt sharks along Jersey Shore

The move comes as social media videos showing people catching and posing with sharks have gained widespread attention online.

News 12 Staff

Aug 18, 2026, 12:49 PM

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A Jersey Shore community is taking action against a growing trend involving sharks and drones.

Bay Head officials say drones can no longer be used to hunt sharks in the borough.

The move comes as social media videos showing people catching and posing with sharks have gained widespread attention online.

Police say anyone who uses a drone to drop bait into the water could face charges.

Officials say the new restriction is aimed at protecting public safety and preventing potentially dangerous interactions with marine life.


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