Police Department Fully Encrypted
Cambridge Police
Middlesex, Massachusetts
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All investigative Operations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
8 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
2 Mixed
5 Unencrypted
25% Encrypted
Radio System: Commonwealth Of Massachusetts Interoperable Radio System (CoMIRS), Massachusetts State Police
View 3 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1109 | Camb PD 1 | Cambridge Police Patrol 1 | Mixed |
| 1111 | Camb PD 2 | Cambridge Police Inquiry | Mixed |
| 1131 | Camb PD SRT | Cambridge Police Department Special Response Team | 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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