Police Department Specific Channels
Smyrna Police Department
Kent, Delaware
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Only Police 1 is encrypted
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 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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