Brianna Aguilera update: Mother hints at ‘foul play’; GoFundMe launched after Austin tailgate death

Texas A&M sophomore Brianna Aguilera died after a pre-game tailgate; cause unclear. Family suspects foul play; GoFundMe raised $22K for funeral.

Updated on: Dec 2, 2025, 02:30:52 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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Brianna Aguilera, a Texas A&M sophomore, died after a tailgate in Austin before a Texas A&M game on Saturday (November 29). Tailgates, a social gathering held in a parking lot before a game, are common in college football games. However, what happened to Aguilera on Saturday still remains unclear.

A GoFundMe has now been launched for Brianna Aguilera. (GoFundMe)

Her mother, Stephanie Rodriguez, said that she is still waiting for answers on her daughter's death and believes potential foul play could be involved, My San Antonio reported. However, local news outlet KBTX 3 reported that Travis County Medical Examiner does not suspect foul play, but the cause of death is under investigation.

The Austin Police Department also confirmed that the death is not being investigated as a homicide, as of now.

Meanwhile, a GoFundMe has been launched by the family for the Rodriguez to cover the funeral expenses. The GoFundMe has reached its stated goal of $12,000 but remains open, with 22,258 raised as of this writing.

Who Was Brianna Aguilera?

Brianna Aguilera was a sophomore at the Bush School of Government & Public Service at Texas A&M. She graduated from United High School in Laredo, Texas, the family revealed in the GoFundMe. The GoFundMe described her as a "a seasoned cheerleader" who just a year shy of attaining her Aggie ring".

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What Brianna Aguilera's Mother Said

Brianna Aguilera's mother spoke to My San Antonio, a local news outlet, and said that she is still looking for answers on her daughter's death. Brianna Aguilera reportedly died around 1 a.m. on Saturday early morning, at around 1 a.m. local time.

However, the report also quoted the Austin Police Department, which said that there is no evidence of any suspicious circumstances and confirmed that the case is not being investigated as a homicide.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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