Police Department Fully Encrypted
Clayton Police Department
Kent, Delaware
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
6 Total Talkgroups
6 Encrypted
0 Unencrypted
100% Encrypted
Radio System: State of Delaware P25
View 6 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 389 | N-PD DISP1 | NCCPD Dispatch 1 | Encrypted |
| 391 | N-PD DISP2 | NCCPD Dispatch 2 | Encrypted |
| 393 | N-PD TAC1-C | NCCPD Tactical 1 | Encrypted |
| 395 | N-PD TAC2-C | NCCPD Tactical 2 | Encrypted |
| 397 | N-PD TAC3-C | NCCPD Tactical 3 | Encrypted |
| 399 | N-PD TAC4-C | NCCPD Tactical 4 | 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
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