Cryptic crossword clue
Cops track criminal eccentrics 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word CRACKPOTS

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The straight part
We know that "eccentrics" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case eccentrics = crackpots.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does CRACKPOTS mean?

CRACKPOTS noun
  1. An eccentric, crazy or foolish person. A kook.
  2. Someone addicted to crack cocaine (i.e. a drug addict).

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