Equipment: 

Uniden 996p2 

Harvest D220R

Scanning Mass State Police Zone 3 

This feed monitors Massachusetts State Police Zone 3 communications, focusing on Troop D and Troop H operations, statewide helicopter (Air Wing) and mobile units, and MassDOT operations. Coverage includes law enforcement activity, emergency response, and highway safety across key roadways in eastern and southeastern Massachusetts.

Troop H Coverage (Greater Boston & Metro South):

• H-PTL-1: Primary dispatch for Troop H covering major highways including I-93, I-95, Route 3, and the Southeast Expressway.

• H-PTL-2: Secondary dispatch for additional Troop H patrols, often covering Boston tunnels and Mass Pike areas.

• H-PTL-3: Used for special assignments, details, and overflow traffic during major incidents.

Troop D Coverage (Southeastern Massachusetts):

• D-PTL-1: Dispatch for northern Troop D areas, covering I-195, Route 140, and New Bedford/Fall River regions.

• D-PTL-2: Focuses on Route 24, Brockton, and surrounding communities.

• D-PTL-3: Covers Cape Cod access routes, including Route 6 and Route 3 south of Plymouth.

• D-PTL-4: Used for additional dispatch needs in the South Coast and Cape regions.

Statewide Operations:

• SOPS 1-8: Tactical and statewide operations channels used for multi-agency coordination, large-scale incidents, and special events.

• MSP Air Wing: Covers state police helicopter units assisting with chases, search and rescue, and aerial surveillance.

• MSP Mobile Units: Includes specialized response teams handling major incidents, protests, and public safety events.

MassDOT Operations:

• Covers statewide highway operations, including traffic management, road closures, winter storm response, and construction projects impacting major roadways.