Bio

Justin Robinson was born in 1997 in New Jersey. He grew up in Clayton, a small town in Gloucester County. Justin was a student at Clayton High School. He had a brother named Dante Robinson. The family had deep roots in the community.

As a child, Justin's life was not entirely normal. Reports indicate that he experienced difficulties at a young age. He suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder because of past physical abuse. He also witnessed violent behavior in his home, including his father hurting his mother. Such experiences can have lasting effects on a person's behavior and mental health.

During his teenage years, Justin became known among his peers. He engaged with them on social media platforms, where he made friends and connected with others. He had interests that included bicycles, and he often bought and sold bicycle parts. Some neighbors described his home as a place where teenagers would gather.

By the time he was 15 years old, Justin became involved in a tragic event that affected his life and the lives of many others in his town. 

Murder Story

On October 20, 2012, a 12-year-old girl named Autumn Pasquale went missing after she left her house on her BMX bike. Justin Robinson, then 15, had invited her to his home to possibly trade bike parts. Later that day, she did not return home, leading her family and local authorities to launch a search.

The search for Autumn included over 200 officers and members of the community. Two days later, her body was discovered in a recycling bin close to Justin's home. An autopsy confirmed that she had died from blunt force trauma consistent with strangulation.

Following the discovery, both Justin and his older brother, Dante Robinson, were arrested. Investigators received tips following what Justin's mother reported to the police. A Facebook post raised suspicions, which led to a search warrant for their home. There, authorities found Autumn's belongings, including her BMX bike.

After being charged with murder, Justin later pleaded guilty to aggravated manslaughter. He stated that he acted alone and did not provide a motive for the killing. This plea resulted in a sentence of 17 years in prison, of which he must serve at least 14 years before being eligible for parole.

During his sentencing, Justin expressed remorse for his actions, calling it “a big mistake.” The case was heavily publicized and drew widespread attention, leading to significant community impact and remembrance for Autumn.