Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

potential-suspect

noun

/pəˈtɛnʃəl ˈsʌspɛkt/

Definition

A potential-suspect refers to an individual who is considered a candidate for suspicion in a crime or investigation but has not yet been proven guilty or confirmed as a suspect.

Examples

The police identified a potential-suspect after reviewing the security footage from the scene.
During the investigation, several potential-suspects were questioned by detectives.
It’s essential to gather evidence before labeling anyone as a potential-suspect.

Meaning

The term suggests that the person might have a role in an incident, based on certain circumstances or evidence that raises questions about their involvement.