The men stole the beer when they were told that they could not buy it but left the money anyway. They still face charges since it’s considered theft:

Salt Lake County sheriff’s deputies say the two men walked into the Smith’s store at 8055 West 3500, picked up some beer and asked the clerk if they could buy it.
When the clerk noted the time and said no, the suspects then asked if they could steal the beer instead.
“Yes, but Jesus is watching,” the clerk replied.
2News says the suspects showed a pistol and took the beer — but also left $9 on the counter.