Sheriff's Office Tactical Only
Ohio County Sheriff's Office
Ohio, West Virginia
Encryption Details
Encryption Type P25 AES-256
Scope Admin, TAC, Special Ops are all encrypted
Technical Details P25 AEs-256
Verified Talkgroup Data
Verified Mar 6, 2026 Moderate confidence
60 Total Talkgroups
5 Encrypted
1 Mixed
54 Unencrypted
9% Encrypted
Radio System: TRIconneX Connect Plus (WV-PA-OH), WV SIRN: West Virginia Statewide Interoperable Radio Network
View 6 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2145 | Ohio Vlley DTF 1 | Ohio Valley Drug Task Force - Ch. 1 | Encrypted |
| 2115 | Ohio Co Law Tac | Law - Tactical | Encrypted |
| 2147 | Ohio Vlley DTF 2 | Ohio Valley Drug Task Force - Ch. 2 | Encrypted |
| 2177 | Ohio Co SRT 4 | Special Response Team - Ch. 4 | Mixed |
| 2124 | Ohio Co CSI | Crime Scene Investigation | Encrypted |
| 2122 | Ohio Co SO Admin | Sheriff - Administration | 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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