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Robert Maxwell, who served as the Sheriff of Washington District in South Carolina, met a tragic end on November 10, 1797, at the age of 45. He was ambushed and shot while on his way to court in Pickensville, South Carolina. The incident occurred as he attempted to cross the Saluda River, near the location of the modern-day Piedmont Mill Dam. The ambush was a targeted attack due to his role as a law enforcement officer.
Following the murder, one suspect was arrested and brought to trial. ...Read More
Following the murder, one suspect was arrested and brought to trial. ...Read More
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Robert Maxwell
Male
Piedmont
SC
1797-11-10
45
Robert
Maxwell
11/27/2025
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Hi everyone,
I was recently diving into some old South Carolina history and came across the tragi... ...Read More
06/21/2024
I was recently diving into some old South Carolina history and came across the tragi... ...Read More
06/21/2024
Wow, I just stumbled upon this story of Robert Maxwell’s murder. It’s astounding how this wasnâ€... ...Read More
02/06/2024
02/06/2024
