Mystery surrounding Big Sur hiker’s death finally solved

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Investigators have concluded that Joanna Ruth Shields, whose body was found near Sykes Hot Springs in April, died of probable alcohol withdrawal seizures related to chronic alcohol use disorder. Authorities said forensic evidence found no indication of foul play.

MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. — Authorities have determined the cause of death for a Southern California woman whose body was discovered along a popular Big Sur hiking trail earlier this year, concluding that her death was the result of natural causes rather than foul play, according to SFGate.

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