US force responded to suspected drones over RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk
Reported by BBC News ·
Response at RAF Lakenheath
The US Air Force said it had dealt with suspected unauthorised drone activity over RAF Lakenheath this evening. The base is in Suffolk. The statement did not confirm reports of sirens at the site. Those reports remain unverified.
Residents report hearing sirens
People in a nearby village said they heard sirens, according to reports. It has not been confirmed that sirens sounded at the base. The available information does not establish whether the reported sirens were connected to the suspected drone activity.
Aircraft left nearby base
At least 12 US Air Force aircraft departed RAF Mildenhall earlier this week. The base is nearby. No connection between those departures and the reported activity at RAF Lakenheath was stated.
Key points
- The US Air Force said it responded to suspected unauthorised drone activity over RAF Lakenheath.
- Reports of sirens at the base are unconfirmed.
- Residents of a nearby village reported hearing sirens.
- At least 12 US Air Force aircraft left RAF Mildenhall earlier this week.