Arthur Allen Amos was a 40-year-old deputy with the Collier County Sheriff’s Office who was killed on December 3, 1979. He and another deputy had responded to reported gunshots at the Immokalee Ranch and located two juveniles who had illegally killed a hog. While attempting to arrest the juveniles, a man hiding in nearby bushes opened fire and struck Deputy Amos in the head, a wound that proved fatal.

The shooter, described as a 26-year-old man, was arrested and later sentenced to life in prison. Deputy Amos had served just over six years with the Sheriff’s Office and was survived by his wife and three daughters. The killing prompted an extensive investigation and legal proceedings and left a strong impact on his family, colleagues, and the community.

If anyone knew Deputy Amos, the scene at the Immokalee Ranch that day, or has information about the events leading up to the ambush, please share what is known.