Police Department Fully Encrypted
Sheridan Police Department
Hamilton, Indiana
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
18 Total Talkgroups
5 Encrypted
13 Unencrypted
28% Encrypted
Radio System: Metropolitan Emergency Services Agency (MESA) (Formerly IDPS), Indiana Project Hoosier SAFE-T
View 5 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10605 | SPD-OPS | Police: Tactical | Encrypted |
| 29241 | SHERIDAN CAR | Police: Car-to-Car | Encrypted |
| 21700 | 88-SPD DISP | Salem Police: Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 21701 | 88-SPD OPS | Salem Police: Operations | Encrypted |
| 21702 | 88-SPD TAC | Salem Police: Tactical | 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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