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IHIT seeks new tips 1 year after ‘mystery’ killing of 31-year-old Surrey man

Adrian Golofit seen in a selfie taken in 2017. Adrian Golofit / Instagram

Homicide investigators are renewing their appeal for tips, one year after a 31-year-old Surrey man was found dead in his home.

Police were called to Adrian Golofit’s home near 194 Street and 66 Avenue on the evening of Feb. 12, 2021, after a friend found him dead inside.

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At the time, police described Golofit’s killing as a “mystery,” stating he was not known to police.

On Wednesday, police said they were still working to determine a motive in the killing, but had determined the attack was targeted and not random.

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“The information obtained thus far is painting a clearer picture of what may have transpired,” Integrated Homicide Investigation Team Sgt. David Lee said. “We are looking to speak with anyone with information.”

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IHIT said police have completed forensics investigations and a review of electronics found in Golofit’s home, and have spoken to several people about his activities.

Read more: Surrey homicide a ‘mystery,’ victim had no gang ties, say police

That investigation has “identified additional avenues for follow-up” according to the media release.

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the IHIT Information Line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or by email at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.

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