Micah was approached by a fellow officer concerning possible corruption within their department. Apparently, two officers have been selling confiscated drugs on the streets. Micah reviewed both officers' cases and noticed that their arrests for drug crimes were down significantly. Both officers have also recently been receiving complaints from the community. Micah dreaded what was about to happen to their department.
Which most closely matches the blue-coat crime activities of Micah's fellow officers?

Question

Micah was approached by a fellow officer concerning possible corruption within their department.  Apparently, two officers have been selling confiscated drugs on the streets.  Micah reviewed both officers' cases and noticed that their arrests for drug crimes were down significantly. Both officers have also recently been receiving complaints from the community.  Micah dreaded what was about to happen to their department.
Which most closely matches the blue-coat crime activities of Micah's fellow officers?

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Shakedown refers to officers taking advantage of their position to engage in illegal activities, such as selling confiscated drugs, which matches the situation described.

Micah Was Approached by a Fellow Officer Concerning Possible Corruption