A Texas A&M University student tragically died shortly after attending a tailgate event for the rivalry football game against the University of Texas in Austin. This incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, following the Friday night game.
Investigation Details
The Austin Police Department received a report about an unconscious individual at an apartment located in the 2100 block of Rio Grande Street. Officers responded at approximately 12:50 a.m. and discovered a woman unresponsive at the scene. Sadly, she was pronounced dead shortly after their arrival.
Circumstances of Death
Authorities have yet to disclose the exact circumstances surrounding the student’s death. However, they have indicated that the situation is not currently classified as a homicide. Police confirmed that there are “no indications of suspicious circumstances” related to her passing.
Identity of the Deceased
Although officials have not formally released the woman’s name, a GoFundMe campaign appears to confirm her identity as Brianna Aguilera. She was an undergraduate student enrolled in the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University.
Community Response
Following the news of her passing, many friends and students expressed their condolences on social media. A platform affiliated with Barstool Sports at Texas A&M shared information about the tragedy, urging the community to support Aguilera’s family through their GoFundMe campaign.
- Name: Brianna Aguilera
- University: Texas A&M University
- School: Bush School of Government and Public Service
- Location of Incident: 2100 block of Rio Grande Street, Austin, Texas
- GoFundMe Raised: Over $21,000
Support for the Family
The GoFundMe was initiated by Amabelii Fernandez, likely a friend or acquaintance from Aguilera’s hometown of Laredo, Texas. The fundraiser aims to alleviate the financial burden associated with her unexpected passing.
As the Texas A&M community grieves this loss, updates regarding any further details surrounding Aguilera’s death will be provided as they emerge. El-Balad remains committed to bringing you the latest news on this developing situation.
