Police Department Fully Encrypted
Hopewell Police Department
Hopewell, Virginia
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope All Operations
Technical Details P25 AES-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Jan 2, 2026 Moderate confidence
5 Total Talkgroups
5 Encrypted
0 Unencrypted
100% Encrypted
Radio System: Hopewell
View 5 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1001 | HPD Disp | Dispatch | Encrypted |
| 1002 | HPD Tac 1 | Tac 1 | Encrypted |
| 1003 | HPD Tac 2 | Tac 2 | Encrypted |
| 12001 | HPD Vols | Volunteers | Encrypted |
| 1004 | HPD Tac 3 | Tac 3 | 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
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