Police Department Fully Encrypted
Azusa Police
Los Angeles, California
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 DES-OFB
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 DES-OFB
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
16 Total Talkgroups
6 Encrypted
10 Unencrypted
38% Encrypted
Radio System: United States Department of Defense (14C), Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), Los Angeles City (STRS - Simulcast Trunked Radio System) Project 25, Los Angeles Countywide Integrated Radio System (CWIRS)
View 6 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27161 | OCNAPD 1 | Police Dispatch (Patched to JEB West Sec 1) | Encrypted |
| 27162 | OCNAPD 2 | Police Tac 2 | Encrypted |
| 27163 | OCNAPD 3 | Police Tac 3 | Encrypted |
| 27165 | OCNAPD 5 | Police Tac 5 | Encrypted |
| 107 | APD 7 | Airport Police Tac-7 (Encrypted) | Encrypted |
| 108 | APD 8 | Airport Police Tac-8 (Encrypted) | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts all of their radio communications, including routine dispatch. The public, journalists, and even other first responders cannot monitor their activities.
Impact on Transparency
- Journalists cannot monitor police activity for breaking news or investigative reporting
- Community members cannot track police response to incidents in their neighborhood
- Researchers cannot study police communication patterns and response times
- Other first responders may face interoperability challenges during emergencies
Take Action
Fight encryption at Azusa Police. Contact local officials to demand transparency.
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