An Illinois corporation had been clandestinely dumping toxic waste into a river in a rural area. The board of directors knew of the practice and approved it in order to increase profit margins. If the local residents are affected by the toxic waste and subsequently develop rare diseases or even die as a result of exposure, what may be the most appropriate criminal charge?

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Corporate murder is the most appropriate charge because the board of directors knowingly approved the dumping of toxic waste, leading to harm. This deliberate decision links their actions directly to the consequences suffered by the local residents.

An Illinois Corporation Had Been Clandestinely Dumping Toxic Waste into a River