SALT LAKE CITY – Authorities have identified a suspect after he allegedly went into a business near 540 N. 500 W., Quetzal Imports, pulled out a handgun, fired shots into the air and pistol whipped an employee.
The man has been identified as 36-year-old David Busbee. He was arrested on charges of aggravated robbery and fleeing.
At approximately 12:34 p.m., Busbee walked into Quetzal Imports and fired a round into the ceiling, according to a probable cause statement.
Police say Busbee admitted he was going into the store to rob it.
The probable cause statement indicates Busbee admitted to firing a round and had two guns on him during the robbery.
Afterward, Busbee left the scene and headed home where he discovered two officers waiting for him.
The probable cause statement indicates Busbee gunned the car, parked it then ran isdie his house to hide from police.
Crews also closed 300 East at 4500 South to search for the suspect.
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