Milford Police
New Haven, Connecticut
How we verified this
As of August 2026 RadioReference lists both Milford police channels as P25E (encrypted) — "460.375 Milford PD 1 | Police Operations" and "460.400 Milford PD 2 | Police Secondary" — while Milford Fire channels are analog FM in the clear; the database does not state which encryption algorithm is used.
Encryption Details
Verified Talkgroup Data
New Haven County Context
Milford Police isn't an outlier here: 3 of the 4 public-safety agencies we track in New Haven County are fully encrypted (75%), so most departments nearby have made the same move.
See every agency we track in New Haven County → County encryption overview →
What This Means
This agency encrypts all of its radio communications, including routine dispatch. The public, journalists, and even other first responders can't monitor its activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Milford Police radio encrypted?
Yes — Milford Police's radio system runs on P25 ADP encryption. This agency encrypts all of its radio communications, including routine dispatch. The public, journalists, and even other first responders can't monitor its activity.
Can I listen to Milford Police on a police scanner?
No. Milford Police has fully encrypted their radio communications using P25 ADP. No consumer scanner can decode encrypted transmissions.
Why did Milford Police encrypt their radio?
Ask why, and the answer is usually officer safety, sometimes operational security. What is harder to obtain is any documented case in New Haven County where an open channel caused harm. The costs need no such documentation: reporting on police department response slows down, and mutual-aid coordination gets more awkward, immediately.
Can New Haven County reverse the encryption decision?
Yes, and some departments already have. Because encryption here is a choice rather than a technical necessity, the path back runs through the same people who chose it: budget hearings, records requests, and residents who keep asking in public.
What can I do about Milford Police encryption?
Start local: show up when New Haven County officials discuss the budget for Milford Police, and ask specifically why full encryption was chosen over a delayed feed or tactical-only approach. File a FOIA request for recordings or policy documents, and connect with others nearby who want the same information — a coordinated ask carries more weight than an individual one.