Police Department Tactical Only
Syracuse Police Department
Onondaga, New York
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Only police Tac and police events are encrypted
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
8 Total Talkgroups
4 Encrypted
4 Unencrypted
50% Encrypted
Radio System: Central New York Interoperable Communications Consortium (CNYICC)
View 4 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | SPD Events 2 | Police Events 2 | Encrypted |
| 127 | SPD CID 1 | Detectives 1 | Encrypted |
| 171 | SPD Tech Advisor | Technical Advisor | Encrypted |
| 145 | SPD CID 2 | Detectives 2 | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts tactical channels used for special operations, SWAT, and sensitive investigations. Regular dispatch may still be accessible.
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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