Police Department Fully Encrypted
Fargo Police Dept.
Cass, North Dakota
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 DES-OFB
Scope Partly Operations
Technical Details P25 DES-OFB
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
6 Total Talkgroups
5 Encrypted
1 Unencrypted
83% Encrypted
Radio System: Allied Radio Matrix for Emergency Response (ARMER)
View 5 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49379 | CY FPD PATCH | Fargo, ND Police Patch - 151.2575 | Encrypted |
| 21047 | GD CFPD | Cannon Falls Police Ops | Encrypted |
| 49016 | NDCA FGPD 1 | Fargo Police 1 | Encrypted |
| 49018 | NDCA FGPD 2 | Fargo Police 2 | Encrypted |
| 49026 | NDCA WFGPD | West Fargo Police | 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
Want to help restore transparency to Cass County? Here's how you can make a difference: