Hyoid bone fracture does not occur in: (A) Hanging, (B) Strangulation, (C) Throttling, (D) Choking
Answer is D. Choking is a form of asphyxia caused by obstruction within the air-passages. There is no involvement of hyoid bone or its fracture since it is occuring within the airway. Ref: The synopsis of forensic medicine & Toxicology 28th edition pg: 189