Police investigator, for short Crossword Clue

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INVESTIGATOR (noun)
1. a police officer who investigates crimes
2. a scientist who devotes himself to doing research
POLICE (noun)
1. the force of policemen and officers
POLICE (verb)
1. maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol

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