Police Department Fully Encrypted
Fox Lake Police/Foxcomm
Lake, Illinois
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Dispatch
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
5 Total Talkgroups
3 Encrypted
2 Unencrypted
60% Encrypted
Radio System: STARCOM21 Statewide Illinois
View 3 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3451 | NERCOM E Police | Police: Dispatch-Fox River Grove, Johnsburg, McCullom Lake, McHenry | Encrypted |
| 33310 | LakeComm Law 6 | LakeComm Dispatch: Law 6 (Antioch, Fox Lake, Lake Villa) | Encrypted |
| 33316 | FoxLk PoliceTac2 | Fox Lake Police: Tac 2 | 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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