Police Department Tactical Only
Antioch Police
Lake, Illinois
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Tac and investigations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
6 Total Talkgroups
5 Encrypted
1 Unencrypted
83% Encrypted
Radio System: United States Department of Defense (14C), STARCOM21 Statewide Illinois
View 5 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27161 | OCNAPD 1 | Police Dispatch (Patched to JEB West Sec 1) | Encrypted |
| 27162 | OCNAPD 2 | Police Tac 2 | Encrypted |
| 27163 | OCNAPD 3 | Police Tac 3 | Encrypted |
| 27165 | OCNAPD 5 | Police Tac 5 | Encrypted |
| 33310 | LakeComm Law 6 | LakeComm Dispatch: Law 6 (Antioch, Fox Lake, Lake Villa) | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts tactical channels used for special operations, SWAT, and sensitive investigations. Regular dispatch may still be accessible.
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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