Swindle lieutenant being a plonker (4)

I believe the answer is:

dolt

(Other definitions for dolt that I've seen before include "Slow-witted type" , "Dull or stupid fellow" , "Dimwit" , "Slow-witted person" , "Blockhead" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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