Joanna Shields Death Ruled Natural | Oakland News

In Big Sur’s remote Sykes Hot Springs, Joanna Shields’ body was found in April—her death ruled natural, caused by alcohol withdrawal seizures, with no sign of foul play. Early rumors of strangulation and head trauma were debunked as insect activity and superficial injuries. The person last seen with her cooperated fully, and authorities hope this closure brings peace to her family amid a haunting reminder of wilderness dangers and the power of evidence-based investigation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c35ff4515d62ba1d