Austin police have disclosed critical new evidence in the investigation into the death of a 19-year-old Texas A&M university student, stating they found a deleted suicide note and a history of suicidal comments.
Digital Evidence Points to Tragic Conclusion
Detective Robert Marshall revealed at a press conference on Thursday that a review of Brianna Aguilera's phone uncovered a deleted digital suicide note dated Tuesday, 25 November. The note was addressed to specific people in her life.
Marshall stated that the investigation, encompassing witness statements, video, and digital evidence, found nothing to indicate criminal activity. "From the moment this call originated up until now... at no time did any evidence point to this being anything of a criminal nature," he said.
Instead, detectives discovered that Aguilera had made suicidal comments to friends as early as October this year. These continued on the evening of her death, which included self-harming actions and a text message to another friend referencing suicidal thoughts.
Timeline of a Fatal Night
Brianna Aguilera had travelled from College Station to Austin for the American football game on 28 November. Police provided a detailed account of her final hours.
On the Friday night, Aguilera became so intoxicated at a tailgate party that she was asked to leave around 11 PM. Detective Marshall confirmed an incident where Aguilera punched a friend who was trying to help her after they were ejected, contradicting claims of a wider fight.
The aspiring lawyer from Laredo then had an argument with her boyfriend. Shortly after, at approximately 12:46 AM on Saturday, she fell from the 17th-floor balcony of an apartment at 2101 Rio Grande Street. A resident reported hearing a "loud thud", and Aguilera was pronounced dead at the scene.
Family Dispute and Online Fallout
In the days following the tragedy, Aguilera's mother has publicly criticised the Austin Police Department, insisting her daughter would not take her own life and suggesting she was pushed. The family has hired prominent attorney Tony Buzbee to assist with the investigation.
Police stated they are presenting their findings now because Aguilera's friends are facing online bullying and speculation that a crime is being covered up. They reiterated they have found no evidence to support claims of a physical altercation involving friends prior to her fall.
Attorney Tony Buzbee is scheduled to hold his own press conference, indicating the family's pursuit of further answers continues.
