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FBI investigating mysterious crash outside Area 51, sparking discussion of a cover-up

People descend on Nevada desert pledging to storm Area 51
  • Residents in Nevada claim a mysterious object crashed near the secretive Area 51 military base, leading to suggestions of a military cover-up.
  • Local investigative reporter George Knapp and Joerg Arnu, founder of Dreamland Resort, reported on the incident, with Arnu detailing military radio communications about an "asset go down" and subsequent base lockdown.
  • Arnu attempted to access the crash site but was blocked by armed patrols and military security, observing a significant cleanup operation.
  • Creech Air Force Base confirmed one of their unmanned aircraft crashed, stating no injuries or damage, and alleged tampering at the site, prompting an FBI investigation.
  • Arnu disputes the military's explanation, suggesting misdirection and claiming to have found debris not consistent with a drone, while the FBI continues its investigation into the alleged tampering.
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