Police Department Fully Encrypted
Lowell Police
Kent, Michigan
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 ADP
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 ADP
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
12 Total Talkgroups
4 Encrypted
8 Unencrypted
33% Encrypted
Radio System: Michigan's Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS)
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13520 | 41LWP | Lowell Police Car-to-Car | Encrypted |
| 22111 | WLPDDB | Police Detective Bureau | Encrypted |
| 32513 | 63WLPD1 | Walled Lake Police: Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 32514 | 63WLPD2 | Walled Lake Police: Secondary | 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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