Man found dead on hiking trail in Cayucos
– A man found dead on a hiking trail near Gilbert Avenue in Cayucos Saturday has been identified as 63-year-old Steven Lynn Weaver of Cayucos. An autopsy was performed Wednesday, and the cause of death is listed as natural causes. Contrary to published reports, there is no indication of an animal attack prior to his death, according to the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Department. 
Weaver’s body did exhibit animal related injuries to three fingers on his right hand, but it has been determined those injuries were post mortem, or after his death. In addition, investigators have found and State Fish and Wildlife officials have confirmed, the injuries were caused by a small carrion feeder, possibly a skunk or raccoon, based on the size of the bite marks on the victim’s hand.
Next of kin have been notified.
