If George pushes Gary, who cannot swim, into a lake, Gary struggles and cries out for help, and George fails to assist, George can be guilty of a crime.

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This scenario describes the crime of involuntary manslaughter by omission or failure to act. George's failure to assist Gary when he is in distress and needs help can result in his death, making George guilty of a crime.

If George Pushes Gary, Who Cannot Swim, into a Lake