Emergency Medical Services Fully Encrypted
Norfolk County EMS
Norfolk, Massachusetts
Encryption Details
Encryption Type NXDN Scrambling
Scope All Operations
Technical Details NXDN 15 Bit Scrambling
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
24 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
3 Mixed
20 Unencrypted
10% Encrypted
Radio System: Commonwealth Of Massachusetts Interoperable Radio System (CoMIRS), Massachusetts State Police
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1059 | Camb FD-F5 | Cambridge Fire EMS System | Mixed |
| 1227 | Camb Pro EMS | Cambridge - Pro EMS | Mixed |
| 4487 | WorcEMS 3 | Worcester EMS 3 | Encrypted |
| 1201 | Crimson EMS | Crimson EMS | 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
Take Action
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