Police Department Fully Encrypted
Winchester (Winsted) Police
Litchfield, Connecticut
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Dispatch
Technical Details P25 Phase II AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
3 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
2 Unencrypted
33% Encrypted
Radio System: Connecticut Land Mobile Radio Network (CLMRN)
View 1 talkgroup
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26211 | Winsted PD | Police Operations | 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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