Coroner: Teen Died From Playing Choking Game
Isaiah Shell, 14, Found In Parent's Basement
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Posted: 08/10/2012
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A southern Indiana teen died at his home last Friday after playing a choking game, the Washington County coroner confirmed.Officials said Isaiah Shell, 14, of Salem, died from accidental positional asphyxiation.Indiana State Police said Shell was found in the basement by a family member, the Salem Leader reported.Medical experts said the choking game involves intentionally trying to choke oneself to attain a brief and intense high, and is especially common among middle school children.Officials warned parents to educate their children about the dangers of playing the game.
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