Fire Department Fully Encrypted
Olive Branch Fire Department
Desoto, Mississippi
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
7 Total Talkgroups
6 Encrypted
1 Unencrypted
86% Encrypted
Radio System: Mississippi Wireless Information Network (MSWIN)
View 6 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52163 | 17-OB FD DISP | Olive Branch Fire - Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 52167 | 17-OB PD DISP | Olive Branch Police - Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 52164 | 17-OB FD FG 1 | Olive Branch Fire - Fireground 1 | Encrypted |
| 52165 | 17-OB FD FG 2 | Olive Branch Fire - Fireground 2 | Encrypted |
| 52170 | 17-OB PD TAC | Olive Branch Police - Tactical | Encrypted |
| 52166 | 17-OB FD ADMIN | Olive Branch Fire - Administration | 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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