NYC Medical Examiner Continues Identifying 9/11 Victims After Two Decades

Advanced DNA technology aids in the ongoing effort to provide closure to families of those lost in the September 11 attacks.

The New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has identified the remains of 60% of the 2,753 victims from the September 11 attacks, leaving 40% still unidentified.
Recent advancements in DNA technology, such as cryogenic grinding and new amplification methods, have enabled previously impossible identifications.
Families of victims have the option to be notified of new identifications, with some choosing not to be informed after all these years.
The identification process involves meticulous sifting through debris and has resulted in the discovery of thousands of bone fragments over the years.
The emotional impact on families varies, with some finding solace in the continued efforts, while others prefer to leave the past undisturbed.