Sheriff's Office Tactical Only
Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office
Vanderburgh, Indiana
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Sheriff Operations 2 and countywide SWAT talkgroup is encrypted
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
10 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
9 Unencrypted
10% Encrypted
Radio System: Vanderburgh County Public Safety (P25), Indiana Project Hoosier SAFE-T
View 1 talkgroup
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 412 | VCSO-OPS-1 | Sheriff: Operations 1 | Encrypted |
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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