Cryptic crossword clue
Local strike force on criminal charge 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word FRAP

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The straight part
We know that "Local strike" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case local strike = frap.
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 FRAP mean?

FRAP verb
  1. To draw together tightly; to secure by many turns of a lashing.
  2. To strike.
FRAP noun
  1. An iced cappuccino.

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