For several years,a manufacturing plant had been knowingly polluting a nearby river with chemical waste,resulting in serious illnesses and at least three deaths among area residents.When the source of the pollution was proven to be plant waste,charges and lawsuits were filed,but the company's CEO was never held officially accountable.This situation is an example of __________.

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The situation described is an example of white-collar crime, as the CEO of the manufacturing plant was involved in illegal activities related to the business. Specifically, the pollution of the nearby river with chemical waste resulted in serious health consequences for the local community. Despite the evidence of wrongdoing and legal action taken against the company, the CEO was not held accountable for their actions.

For Several Years,a Manufacturing Plant Had Been Knowingly Polluting a Nearby