A memorial for Sade Robinson, a 19-year-old woman murdered and dismembered by a man she went on a date with, was canceled due to racist backlash. The memorial was planned to be placed in Warnimont Park in Cudahy, using taxpayers’ money, but County Supervisor Juan Miguel Martinez received racist emails, prompting him to withdraw the resolution. Robinson’s mother, Sheena Scarbrough, agreed with the decision to cancel the memorial. Martinez expressed disappointment at the racist responses and the treatment of the grieving mother, calling it unnecessary and unethical.
Robinson went on a date with Maxwell Anderson in April, who was later arrested and charged with murder, mutilating a corpse, and arson. Body parts of Robinson were found scattered in the area, and her car was damaged by fire. Anderson has pleaded not guilty and remains in custody. Martinez stated that the backlash against the memorial reflects the worst aspects of society, with people feeling comfortable expressing their prejudices and racism. County Supervisor Felesia A. Martin criticized the racist emails and expressed hope for finding a more appropriate way to honor Robinson without causing pain to the community. She emphasized the need for empathy and compassion in dealing with tragedies and memorializing victims.
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