What does the cryptic crossword clue "Officer suggested dismissing one involved in crime (9)" mean?

The definition is "involved in crime". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CO (synonym="officer") + MPLICIT (synonym="suggested") = COMPLICIT; definition: "involved in crime" The answer is COMPLICIT.

Officer suggested dismissing one involved in crime (9)

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