From ABC7 New York · · 40s
Second 9/11 victim identified with genetic genealogy
New York identifies second 9/11 victim using genetic genealogy breakthrough.
In brief
New York identifies second 9/11 victim using genetic genealogy breakthrough. New York officials identified a second 9/11 victim using genetic genealogy, bringing the total formally identified victims to 1,655. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
Second 9/11 victim identified
New York officials say a second 9/11 victim was identified using genetic genealogy.
Breakthrough technique details
The technique combines DNA testing with family tree research to identify victims.
Total identified victims
The total formally identified victims from the 9/11 attacks is 1,655, with 40 percent still unidentified.
The headline
New York officials identified a second 9/11 victim using genetic genealogy, bringing the total formally identified victims to 1,655.
