Baku: Development and adoption of standards for the forensic recovery of skeletonized, commingled, burned, and fragmented human remains is proposed, this is reflected in the ‘Assessment Report of the International Commission on Missing Persons,’ APA reports.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the State Commission has identified approximately 200 locations of potential sites that require exploration in the search for missing persons. The recommendations to enhance procedures in this area include expediting the de-mining of the Garabagh territories and conducting desktop research on suspected mass grave locations using satellite imagery.

Further recommendations involve developing and adopting a standard for the forensic recovery of various types of human remains. There is also a call to review and optimize existing field registration forms to align with best practices in forensic archaeology. Additionally, an audit of the excavation workflow, particularly in handling commingled and fragmented remains, is suggested to identify potential gaps.

The report also emphasizes the importance of developing and implementing a strategic plan for the training and continuous professional development of excavation team members from both the IAEA and the Forensic Medical Association. This includes training in forensic archaeology and Disaster Victim Identification procedures.