Victims are people or animals that have been harmed, injured, or killed by another person or force. The term 'victims' can be used to describe a variety of situations, from natural disasters to criminal acts. In the context of this crossword, the solutions GOATS (5 letters), DUPES (5 letters), and PREYS (5 letters) all refer to victims in different ways. GOATS are victims of exploitation, DUPES are victims of deception, and PREYS are victims of predation.