# Second 9/11 victim identified with genetic genealogy

> New York identifies second 9/11 victim using genetic genealogy breakthrough.
- Title: Second 9/11 victim identified with genetic genealogy
- Summary: New York identifies second 9/11 victim using genetic genealogy breakthrough. New York officials identified a second 9/11 victim using genetic genealogy…
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- Source: ABC7 New York — https://abc7ny.com/post/second-911-victim-identified-breakthrough-genetic-genealogy-technique/19938957
- Published: 2026-10-14T22:34:00+00:00
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- Topics: second 9/11 victim, genetic genealogy, nyc medical examiner, 9/11 victims, forensic genealogy, news, local
## 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.
## Key takeaway

New York officials identified a second 9/11 victim using genetic genealogy, bringing the total formally identified victims to 1,655.