Sam Hubert Brown, 65, was found dead in an empty lot in Immokalee, Florida, on October 23, 1980. Investigators reported signs of blunt force trauma and said he had been last seen alive a few days earlier; neighbors described no unusual activity or conflicts before his death. The Collier County Sheriff’s Office investigated but made no arrests, and the case cooled as few leads emerged.

Cold case detectives have revisited the homicide over the years and authorities have appealed for public tips, but the case remains unsolved. No clear motive or suspect has been identified. If anyone knew Sam, saw anything in Immokalee around October 1980, or has information that might help, please come forward.