The Denver Police Department has issued a plea to the public seeking assistance in locating a man wanted on multiple serious charges. According to a social media post published by the Denver Police Department, Zaemire Zaki Savage is being sought for attempted first-degree murder, first-degree assault, menacing, and harassment. The call for help was disseminated through the department’s "Mug Shot Monday" feature, a regular effort to enlist community aid in apprehending wanted individuals. The police have urged anyone with information on Savage's whereabouts to contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867) or to submit a tip online.
In an attempt to quickly apprehend the suspect, the department is offering a unique incentive. According to the Denver Police Department, "If you turn yourself in, we will expire this post upon confirmation of your booking." This, ostensibly, is an effort to both swiftly bring the alleged criminal to justice and to somewhat ameliorate the public exposure resulting from the "Mug Shot Monday" spotlight. The Denver Police Department has provided a link to the mug shot and details regarding Savage’s alleged crimes in their Facebook post.
The department did not disclose details regarding the specific incidents that led to the charges against Savage, but the severity of the charges suggests that he is considered to be a potential danger to the public. When law enforcement agencies release mug shots and personal information, it highlights the balance they must strike between seeking assistance in protecting the community and respecting the privacy and rights of individuals, especially those who have yet to be found guilty in a court of law.
