Police Department Fully Encrypted
Des Peres Police
St. Louis, Missouri
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 ADP
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 ADP
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
14 Total Talkgroups
1 Encrypted
13 Unencrypted
7% Encrypted
Radio System: St. Louis Area Trunked Emergency Radio (SLATER), Joint National Capital Region
View 1 talkgroup
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55325 | DesPeres Police | Police: Dispatch | 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
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