Police Department Specific Channels

Smyrna Police Department

Kent, Delaware

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What you can do right now

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Encryption Details

Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Only Police 1 is encrypted
Technical Details P25 AES-256

Verified Talkgroup Data

Verified Mar 6, 2026 Low confidence
1 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
0 Unencrypted
100% Encrypted
Radio System: State of Delaware P25
View 1 talkgroup
DEC Alpha Tag Description Status
1217 NK-SPTA1 Smyrna PD Tac 1 Encrypted

What This Means

This agency encrypts specific talkgroups or channels. Some communications may still be monitored.

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
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