Cryptic crossword clue
Put an end to trusted criminal carrying drug 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word DESTRUCT

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The straight part
We know that "Put an end to" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case put an end to = destruct.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DESTRUCT mean?

DESTRUCT verb
  1. To intentionally cause the destruction of.
  2. To self-destruct.

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