Police Department Dispatch Only
Fergus Falls Police Department
Otter Tail, Minnesota
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope PD Dispatch is encrypted for LE use
Technical Details P25 on ARMER
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
17 Total Talkgroups
3 Encrypted
14 Unencrypted
18% Encrypted
Radio System: Allied Radio Matrix for Emergency Response (ARMER)
View 3 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2056 | EMS NM AC3 | Air Care 3 Dispatch - Redwood Falls | Encrypted |
| 27927 | FALLS PD DSPe | Fergus Falls Police Dispatch Secure | Encrypted |
| 21047 | GD CFPD | Cannon Falls Police Ops | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts their dispatch channel, preventing the public from hearing calls for service, officer locations, and incident details.
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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