Four Sets of Human Remains Excavated in the Arrowhead Area of the DMZ

Defense Minister Jeong Kyeong-doo is heading to the remains excavation site in the Hwasalmeori area, our side within the Civilian Control Line in Cheorwon-gun, Gangwon Province, on the morning of the 11th. Photo by Joint Press Corps

[Asia Economy Reporter Yang Nak-gyu] The Ministry of National Defense has excavated a total of four sets of remains in the Hwaseolmari area of the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) since the 20th.

According to the Ministry of National Defense on the 24th, the military identified one skull and one pelvis during surface excavation work on the 21st. On the 23rd, while detecting landmines, one skull and one arm bone were identified on the surface, and a detailed excavation is underway. Personal effects including radios, M1 magazines, and ammunition totaling 307 items were excavated.

Last year, the military excavated a total of 2,030 items (tentatively 261 sets of remains) and 67,476 personal effects in the Hwaseolmari area. The identities of the remains of seven fallen soldiers of the Republic of Korea Army were also confirmed.

The Ministry of National Defense emphasized the need for family members to provide samples to verify the identities of the excavated remains. If the identity of the fallen soldier is confirmed through genetic sample provision, a reward of up to 10 million won will be given after review.

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