DEADDROP

Dead drop

A dead drop or dead letter box is a method of espionage tradecraft used to pass items between two individuals using a secret location and thus does not require them to meet directly. Using a dead drop permits a case officer and agent to exchange objects and information while maintaining operational security. The method stands in contrast to the live drop, so called because two persons meet to exchange items or information.

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dead drop

Noun

  1. A location used to secretly pass items between two people, without requiring them to meet.


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