Israeli police located a body in an advanced state of decomposition in central Israel Thursday morning, Channel 12 reports. The body was transferred to the National Center for Forensic Medicine, where examination including DNA sampling, CT scan, and external assessment was completed. Police have not yet confirmed the deceased's identity.
The National Center for Forensic Medicine has completed a comprehensive examination of an unidentified body found Thursday morning in central Israel, Channel 12 reports. The body was found in an advanced state of decomposition, prompting immediate transfer to the forensic institute. The examination included external assessment, DNA sampling, and CT scanning, with the DNA profile produced using advanced technologies accelerated since the October 7 attacks. As of Thursday evening, police have not confirmed the identity of the deceased, and the investigation is ongoing. The Zioneer previously reported on the initial discovery and the start of the forensic process.
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