/ Source: The Associated Press
A New York convenience store owner who made headlines after showing mercy on a would-be robber has been accused of selling drug paraphernalia.
Shirley Express owner Mohammad Sohail's (so-HAYL) store on Long Island was one of seven businesses cited Tuesday. He's accused of violating state business laws.
Prosecutors say undercover officers bought bongs and pipe screens at the store three times in recent weeks.
Sohail said Thursday he did not know the items were not permitted to be sold.
It's not a criminal charge and is punishable by a fine of up to $30,000.
The merchant got attention this week when it was revealed that he gave an intended robber $40 and a loaf of bread if the man agreed never to steal again.