Suspect's proof of innocence (5)

I believe the answer is:

alibi

(Other definitions for alibi that I've seen before include "Sort of explanation" , "Proof one was elsewhere when crime was committed" , "Defence in court" , "Defence of being elsewhere at time of crime" , "Timely get-out" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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