What does the cryptic crossword clue "Jet, one about to damage a police vehicle (5,5)" mean?

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Jet, one about to damage a police vehicle (5,5)

Times Cryptic #29007 | 12 Down | 2024-08-28

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BLACK (jet) MAR (damage), A, insert I (one).

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