It was reported that Robertson was found drowned in a waterhole near the-station on February 8. The previous day he was seen bathing the waterhole and it was presumed he was seized by cramp.

Robertson is buried on Cadelgo Station.

According to the Government Gazette - Police Mortuary Report of 20 August 1896, Page 526a, the body was found on 26 February 1885.

This person is buried near the old ruins of Cadelgo Station.