Houston, Texas – Frank Aguilar, a distinguished criminal court judge in Harris County, tragically passed away in a car accident on September 30, 2024.
The fatal crash occurred on Houston’s South Side near Holly Hall around 4:30 p.m. as Aguilar was returning home after attending a Houston Texans game.
Eyewitness reports confirm that a vehicle crashed into a post at the location, resulting in Aguilar’s death, though authorities have not yet publicly confirmed the name of the deceased.
Aguilar presided over the 228th Criminal District Court, leaving behind a respected legacy in the judicial community.
A passenger in the vehicle was also injured in the accident, although the extent of their injuries has not been disclosed.
Further details about the crash remain under investigation as police work to gather more information.
Condolences poured in from colleagues and community members who were shocked by Aguilar’s sudden passing.
The incident comes as a deep loss for the legal community in Houston, where Judge Aguilar had been a pillar of justice.
Authorities are expected to release more information as investigations continue.