Alice and Bob enter into an agreement to rob a bank. Alice provides the getaway vehicle, while Bob conducts the actual robbery. After the robbery, Charlie helps Bob destroy surveillance footage to conceal their involvement. What role does Charlie play in this scenario?
Charlie assists after the completion of the robbery by helping to conceal evidence, which classifies him as an accessory after the fact. Accessories after the fact are individuals who help the principal offenders after the crime has been committed, aiding in the concealment or escape from law enforcement.
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