Family and friends mourning the death of New Toronto man Adrian Hurley now have a little more closure in their search for answers.

Toronto Police on September 24 arrested Zachary Barton, 36, who has been charged with first-degree murder in the gun killing.

Hurley was found with no vital signs on August 27 in the Thirty Ninth Street and James Street area, of Long Branch.

More than $8,000 has been raised to help his grieving family, who describe him as the ‘best brother, loving father and beloved son.’

Hurley, 23, who grew up in New Toronto, was remembered as an ‘adoring boyfriend and precious grandson,” in a Go Fund Me post that was created on August 28.

“Anyone who knew him knew he had the best spirit, he was always smiling no matter what was going on,” Chantelle wrote “He was the strongest person we knew.”

She said “Adrian just recently had a son who he adored more than anything I’ve ever seen.”

He would help anyone he could without hesitation because his heart was just that big, Chantelle wrote.

“We are heartbroken that we couldn’t help him when he needed us most,” she said.

The funds raised will go to help pay his funeral expenses and to help his son.

He was well-liked and touched many people in the community, residents said.

“My deepest condolences to you and your family,” wrote Dynonz Hermiz on social media.  “My heart goes out to you. Sending you strength, love and peace during this hard time.”

Krista Langille wrote “rest in paradise Adrian, your smile and spirit will always live on.”