Police Department Fully Encrypted
Winston-Salem Police Department
Forsyth, North Carolina
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 ADP
Scope Special Investigations, CID TG's
Technical Details P25 ADP
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
28 Total Talkgroups
4 Encrypted
1 Mixed
23 Unencrypted
16% Encrypted
Radio System: Winston-Salem / Forsyth County, Winston-Salem / Forsyth County (P25)
View 5 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38256 | WPD SID1 | City Police Special Investigations Division | Mixed |
| 38288 | WPD SID2 | City Police Special Investigations Division 2 | Encrypted |
| 38224 | WPD CID 1 | Winston-Salem PD Criminal Investigation Division | Encrypted |
| 38320 | WPD SID 3 | Winston-Salem PD Special Investigation Division | Encrypted |
| 38608 | WPD CID2 | Ch. 8 Criminal Investigation Division 2 | 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
Fight encryption at Winston-Salem Police Department. Contact local officials to demand transparency.
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