Fracture of the hyoid bone results from all except :
C i.e. Choking - Burking is a method of homicidal smothering and traumatic asphyxiaQ. In smothering lips, gums, tongue, inner side of mouth & nose may show bruising or lacerationQ. Asphyxial signs (eg congestion, cynosis & patechiae) are severe except when the head & face is enclosed in plastic bag. In smothering, choking, gagging, there is no fracture of hyoid bone, because in these throat (neck) is not touched.
Throttling
Hanging
Choking
Ligature strangulation
Choking