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The autopsy determined he died from asphyxia after aspirating on his own vomit, and that his death was accidental.

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The autopsy determined he died from asphyxia after aspirating his own vomit, and that his death was accidental.

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An autopsy concluded Skaggs accidentally died of asphyxia after aspirating his own vomit while under the influence of fentanyl, oxycodone and alcohol.

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A post-mortem examination concluded Mr Burton died as a result of traumatic asphyxia.

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A pathologist confirmed that she had died from asphyxia due to strangulation and pressure on her mouth.

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