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South Georgia businessman charged with selling booze, smokes, and lotto tickets to minors

by Terry Graham

Posted: 08.23.2010 at 4:04 AM Updated: 08.23.2010 at 6:35 AM

Police arrested 37-year-old Minesh Patel twice last week for reportedly selling alcohol, cigarettes, and lottery tickets to minors

A Thomas County businessman was arrested twice last week for allegedly selling alcohol, cigarettes, and lottery tickets to minors. 37-year-old Minesh Patel runs a convenience store at the corner of Green Street and Old Hwy. 84.

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