Charles Stuart, a self-proclaimed Bigfoot hunter known as "Snake," has come forward with new claims regarding the alleged Sasquatch remains he discovered in 2024. Stuart now asserts that DNA testing conducted by Cornell University provides scientific proof that the remains are of a real Sasquatch and are a hybrid of Neanderthal and human DNA.
According to Stuart's website and interviews, the DNA analysis shows the remains, which he has named "Dack," are 58.5% Neanderthal and 41.5% human. Stuart stated that the Neanderthal component represents a distinct familial line that evolved over millennia and has remained aggressive. He also noted that the DNA shows a mix of European and Asian Neanderthal ancestry with some Native American heritage.
Stuart also claimed that tests on Dack's teeth indicate an age between the late teens and early twenties. He suggested that more Sasquatches may be living in remote caves and adopting scavenger lifestyles in upstate New York.
These claims have been met with skepticism. Matthew Moneymaker, associated with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization, has previously called Stuart a "hoaxer and scammer," asserting that the remains are not genuine Bigfoot evidence. Stuart previously displayed the alleged remains at The Great New York State Fair, where his website reported approximately 60,000 attendees viewed the exhibit. He has indicated that Dack will be displayed again at the upcoming fair, which is scheduled from August 26 to September 7.
Cornell University has not responded to requests for comment on the matter. Stuart acknowledged the expected backlash but stated his intention to share his findings widely.