Life with Archie #18
In "What's My Crime?", Archie finds himself on trial after a mysterious robbery at Riverdale High—his bow tie is discovered near the safe, and though he doesn’t deny the accusation, Betty and Veronica aren’t convinced he’s guilty. Written by Sy Reit and illustrated by Bob White, this 1963 classic sees Archie’s usual charm turned on its head as the town’s favorite teen faces a serious charge, leaving readers wondering who really stole the student fund. The cover by Bob White captures the tension of the moment, a 12-cent snapshot of a mystery that’s far from simple.
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When Mr. Weatherbee's safe is robbed of an envelope containing the $500 student fund, one of Archie's bow ties is found near the safe, and when Archie is accused of the crime, he doesn't deny it. Archie is taken into custody and put on trial, but Betty and Veronica suspect that he's trying to cover up for someone else.
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