BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – A Texas A&M student died early Saturday in Austin, hours after attending the tailgate of Friday’s Lone Star Showdown football game between Texas A&M and the University of Texas.
Briana Aguilera’s family says they are searching for answers after learning about her death. While they know Aguilera attended a tailgate, they say it’s unclear what happened afterward.
The Austin Police Department says Aguilera died just before 1 a.m. on Saturday, November 29, at a student apartment complex near the University of Texas campus. The Travis County Medical Examiner will investigate the cause of her death, but no foul play is suspected.
A GoFundMe set up by family members to help cover funeral expenses shared Aguilera’s love of being an Aggie.
“While she was pursuing her dream of becoming a lawyer and attending The Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M, her dream was always to become an AGGI! She was a year away from earning her AG ring,” the fund’s description read in part.
“(Although) Aguilera’s mother Stephanie Rodriguez commented, “My princess is in a brighter realm, I find solace in the memories we made together.” “My little angel and princess are with God, and I find peace in that truth!”
Aguilera was originally from the Laredo area and graduated from United High School, where she was a cheerleader and honors student.
Aguilera’s GoFundMe has met its goal, but remained open as of Monday afternoon. Funeral services for Aguilera are pending.
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