Police Department Fully Encrypted
Lake Bluff Police
Lake, Illinois
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Police 2 and Investigations
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33361 | EShore Law Disp1 | East Shore Dispatch: Law 1 (Highland Park, Highwood, Lake Bluff, Lake Forest PDs) | Encrypted |
| 33384 | LkBluff Poiice 2 | Lake Bluff Police 2 | Encrypted |
| 33385 | LkBluff PD Inv | Lake Bluff Police: Investigations | 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
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