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Could Otago scientist solve mystery of Loch Ness Monster? 'I hope everyone is looking out for Nessie'

June 12, 2018

An Otago University scientist is carrying out DNA testing on the Loch's water.

Could a New Zealander be about to solve one of the world's greatest mysteries - the existence of the Lock Ness Monster?

An Otago University scientist is carrying out DNA testing on the Loch's water. 

1 NEWS Europe correspondent Joy Reid travelled to Scotland to find out more. 

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