DNA test to be conducted on recovered human remains in Sibu


SIBU: A deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) analysis will be conducted on the skeletal remains of a human being that were found in the drain at Jalan Bukit Assek.

“DNA samples from these bones will be sent to the forensic unit of the Chemistry Department for further investigation,” said Sibu OCPD Asst Comm Zulkipli Suhaili on Friday (Dec 22).

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