Police Department Fully Encrypted
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department
Marion, Indiana
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Investigative and special operations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
7 Total Talkgroups
0 Encrypted
3 Mixed
4 Unencrypted
21% Encrypted
Radio System: Metropolitan Emergency Services Agency (MESA) (Formerly IDPS), ERS-OCI Wireless TRBOconnect Con+, ERS-OCI Wireless TRBOconnect (Indianapolis Cap+), Indiana Project Hoosier SAFE-T
View 3 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21605 | LL EMS Cntrl Tac | Central Tactical (Indianapolis) | Mixed |
| 10 | security A-10 | security company: dispatch (Indianapolis) | Mixed |
| 10969 | 49-VAHOSP-OP | Indianapolis VA Hospital Police | Mixed |
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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