Hiroshima Victim, 17, Identified by DNA in Hair and Ashes

Scientists have identified a teenage victim of the 1945 Hiroshima atomic bombing using a new DNA method. This is the first successful case of its kind. The team analyzed genetic material from the victim's hair and ashes. These remains were among thousands of unidentified samples kept at Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park. The victim was a 17-year-old male. His identity was confirmed by matching DNA from the remains with a living relative. Officials hope this technique can now be used to identify other victims. This could bring closure to families 79 years after the attack.