Dr. Spike Cavenaugh is a scientist who formerly worked as the chief of geology for the Destroido Corporation. He advised against oil drilling near Dead Man's Point, forcing the company to abandon the oil drill.
Physical appearance[]
Cavenaugh is a middle-aged, balding man with grey hair and glasses with square rims. He wears white pants and black shoes. He wears a brown blazer with notch lapels and elbow patches over a crimson vest with yellow buttons, a pink shirt, and a purple bowtie.
Personality[]
Cavenaugh is a cooperative man with collaborated with Mystery Inc. to stop crimes. Though he previously worked with a morally-questionable company, he had an ethical sense of responsibility to protect the environment, working to prevent environmental disasters caused by the company's exploitation. He is affectionate towards his wife, Amy Cavenaugh, as they both mutually share a devotion to protecting each other.
History[]
Early life[]
Dr. Cavenaugh worked for the Destroido Corporation as their chief of geology. When Destroido constructed an oil rig in Dead Man's Point, Cavenaugh published a report stating that the sea floor was unstable and would cause a major oil spill if drilled. Because of this, Destroido was forced to abandon the oil rig, though they covered up the event and the media remained unaware of the oil platform's existence.
Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated[]
Season one[]
Twenty years later, Dr. Cavenaugh was kidnapped by Ernesto's protest group, who disguised themselves as fish freaks to operate the drill. The group read Cavenaugh's report while researching the company, and intended to drill for oil to fund their protests. Cavenaugh was enslaved and forced to help operate the drill. He was, however, rescued by Mystery Inc. with the help of his wife, Amy Cavenaugh, and the four perpetrators were handed over to authorities.