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An autopsy report said Butler died from stab wounds and that asphyxiation was a factor in his death.— newsleader.com -
This song is dedicated to lead singer Bon Scott who died of asphyxiation, after choking on his own vomit in his friend's car after a night of drinking.— Tongfamily Website
The couple practiced erotic asphyxiation, and began killing elderly patients to achieve a sexual thrill.— mental_floss Blog

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