Sheriff's Office Tactical Only
McHenry County - Southeast Emergency Communications Center
McHenry, Illinois
Encryption Details
Encryption Type Unknown
Scope Police Dispatch, Tactical, and Investigative operations for; Algonquin, Cary, McHenry County College,
Technical Details Unknown
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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