Police Department Specific Channels
Summerville Police Department
Dorchester, South Carolina
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Some Ops TG's
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Low confidence
3 Total Talkgroups
2 Encrypted
1 Unencrypted
67% Encrypted
Radio System: Palmetto 800
View 2 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4351 | Smrvl PD Tac | Summerville PD Tactical | Encrypted |
| 4354 | Smrvl PD Tac | Summerville PD | Encrypted |
What This Means
This agency encrypts specific talkgroups or channels. Some communications may still be monitored.
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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