Police Department Fully Encrypted
Bell Police
Los Angeles, California
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 DES-OFB
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 DES-OFB
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
5 Total Talkgroups
4 Encrypted
1 Unencrypted
80% Encrypted
Radio System: National Science and Technology Network (Mt. Lukens, Oat, Sierra), Port of Long Beach, McDermott Communications
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 131 | LOBPD TAC701 | Police - TAC 1 | Encrypted |
| 132 | LOBPD TAC702 | Police - TAC 2 | Encrypted |
| 133 | LOBPD TAC703 | Police - TAC 3 | Encrypted |
| 208 | BGardensTrans | City of Bell Gardens Transit | 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
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