A somber day has fallen upon the Kirkwood Police Department with the tragic, sudden, and slightly shocking passing of our beloved unmanned aerial vehicle, Shadow 1. After a long and impactful career, Shadow 1 met its end in a heroic, though ultimately fatal, run-in with a venerable oak tree on Sunday, September 7th.

Shadow 1, known for its unwavering dedication to aerial surveillance and its unique fondness for hovering over the donut shop, served the community with silent dignity. Its life was a testament to the department's forward-thinking approach to law enforcement.

It leaves behind a grieving fleet of fellow drones, and a pile of spare batteries that will now go unused. The Kirkwood Police Department will fondly remember Shadow 1 for its high-flying spirit, its surprisingly weak Wi-Fi signal, and its ability to turn a simple training exercise into a full-blown arboreal incident.