I added the quotes, it clearly was not taken directly word for word and it was written in plain English for clarity.
Perhaps spend less time picking apart comments and trolling on the internet if you do not know the definitions of words?
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/abet
1
: to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan)
abet the commission of a crime
2
: to assist or support (someone) in the achievement of a purpose
The singer was abetted by a skillful accompanist.
especially : to assist, encourage, instigate, or support with criminal intent in attempting or carrying out a crime —often used in the phrase aid and abet
accused of aiding and abetting a criminal
abet implies both assisting and encouraging.
And further,
https://nprobinson.com/blog/parties-to-an-offence-in-crimina...
Who Is Considered a Party to an Offence?
Under s. 21(1) of the Criminal Code, you may be considered a party to an offence if you:
Section 21(1)(a) Committed the crime yourself (the principal);
Section 21(1)(b) Assisted someone else in committing it (aided);
Section 21(1)(c) Encouraged or promoted its commission (abetted).
I won't put quotes around the words this time.