MILWAUKEE — Jury selection is set to begin Tuesday in the trial of Maxwell Anderson, who faces charges in connection with the murder and dismemberment of 19-year-old Sade Robinson. The case has garnered significant attention since the young woman’s remains were discovered last year.
Authorities allege that Robinson was killed shortly after her first date with Anderson in April 2022. Her abandoned vehicle was located the following day, raising immediate concerns about her safety. Subsequent investigations revealed that parts of her body, including a leg, washed ashore at Warnimont Park. Over the subsequent weeks, additional remains were identified in locations as distant as Waukegan, Illinois. Authorities are still searching for some of her remains.
Investigators have linked Anderson to the crime through various forms of evidence, including cell phone data, surveillance footage, and DNA analysis. Court documents indicate that this evidence played a crucial role in building the case against him.
Anderson has pleaded not guilty to the charges. A jury trial was initially scheduled for December but was postponed after the defense requested more time to have a forensic expert analyze data from Anderson’s phone. This extension has added to the anticipation surrounding the trial, which is expected to draw considerable public interest.
The prosecution may call over 250 witnesses to testify as the case unfolds. Given the complexity and volume of witness testimony, jury selection alone could take several days.
Legal analysts have indicated that this trial could serve as a pivotal moment for both the victim’s family and the community. Updates will be provided as the legal proceedings progress.
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