Cornell denies testing Bigfoot claims from celebrity hunter

In New York, Charles Stuart, a self-proclaimed Bigfoot hunter, claimed to have found a Sasquatch corpse with DNA test results from Cornell University indicating it was nearly 60% Neanderthal. Cornell University denied any involvement in testing or reporting on the alleged remains, stating that the documents presented by Stuart were not authentic. Despite the university's denial, Stuart accused them of lying and promised to release a documentary featuring a whistleblower to support his claims.

Cornell denies testing Bigfoot claims from celebrity hunter
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science Published Aug 2, 2026

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In brief

  • Charles Stuart claimed to have found a Sasquatch corpse and presented DNA test results from Cornell University.
  • Cornell University denied conducting any tests for Stuart and labeled his claims as false.
  • The incident has sparked controversy and skepticism, with experts questioning Stuart's credibility.

Summary

In a controversial incident, Charles Stuart, known as 'Snake the Bigfoot Hunter,' claimed to have discovered a Sasquatch corpse in the Adirondack mountains of New York. He asserted that DNA testing from Cornell University indicated the remains were nearly 60% Neanderthal. However, Cornell University publicly refuted these claims, stating that they had never conducted any testing for Stuart and that the documents he presented were not authentic. Stuart responded vehemently, accusing the university of lying and suggesting a conspiracy to cover up the truth about the existence of Bigfoot. He promised to release a documentary featuring a supposed whistleblower from Cornell's lab to support his claims. The incident has drawn skepticism from experts, including Matthew Moneymaker from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization, who labeled Stuart a hoaxer. Despite the backlash, Stuart continues to promote his findings and plans to display the alleged Sasquatch at The Great New York State Fair, where he previously showcased the remains to thousands of visitors. This ongoing saga raises questions about the credibility of claims surrounding cryptids and the motivations behind such sensational assertions.

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Updated Aug 2, 2026

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