In a deeply tragic case that shocked the Milwaukee community, Maxwell Anderson has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of extended supervision for the brutal murder of Sade Robinson. The conviction, delivered in June, followed a harrowing crime that unfolded in March 2024 after Robinson’s first date with Anderson.
Sade Robinson, whose vibrant spirit had touched many, was found to have been killed, dismembered, and scattered by Anderson, according to law enforcement officials. Adding to the horror, Anderson set fire to Robinson’s car following the crime. The details, as revealed during the trial, have left family members and the community reeling.
During the sentencing hearing, multiple members of Robinson’s family took the stand, expressing their profound grief and loss. Carlos Robinson, Sade’s father, delivered an emotional statement, reflecting on the unimaginable pain of losing a child in such a violent manner. “People lose their children, that’s sometimes a part of life, I understand that,” he said. “But to lose your child in this manner, is unthinkable.”
Despite the overwhelming evidence and conviction, Maxwell Anderson maintained his innocence in a brief statement made on his own behalf during the hearing. He expressed his intention to appeal the verdict, stating, “I hope true justice will be delivered.”
In a gesture of remembrance and solidarity, Robinson’s family asked Milwaukee residents to honor her memory by wearing pink, her favorite color, on the day of sentencing. This community tribute served as a reminder of the life lost and the enduring impact of the tragedy.
A restitution hearing regarding the case has been scheduled for September 4, as the family continues to seek closure. The case remains a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the devastating consequences of violence.
The Milwaukee community continues to mourn Sade Robinson, holding onto her memory and hoping for healing in the wake of this heartbreaking ordeal.
