Emergency Medical Services Fully Encrypted
Worcester EMS
Worcester, Massachusetts
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope EMS 3
Technical Details P25 AED-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
37 Total Talkgroups
3 Encrypted
3 Mixed
31 Unencrypted
12% Encrypted
Radio System: Commonwealth Of Massachusetts Interoperable Radio System (CoMIRS), OneVoice Network, Massachusetts State Police
View 6 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 |
| 4449 | WorcFD TAC12 | Worcester Fire Tac 12 | Encrypted |
| 1201 | Crimson EMS | Crimson EMS | Mixed |
| 4375 | Worc PD F4 TAC4 | Worcester PD F4 Tac-4 | 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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