Adan Manzano, a reporter who was assigned to report on the Super Bowl for Telemundo Kansas City and Tico Sports, unexpectedly passed away whilst on duty in his hotel room in Kenner. An ongoing investigation into his sudden demise has led to the arrest of a woman from Slidell, as she is deemed strongly connected to the tragic event. It should be noted that Manzano’s primary purpose for being in the city was to put his journalistic skills to work in the Super Bowl coverage for both media outlets, Telemundo Kansas City and Tico Sports.
Following his sudden passing, Telemundo publicly expressed their bereavement, describing Manzano as not just a professional to the core, but also a quick-rising figure in the media landscape. Their statement was a recognition of his impactful contribution to journalism and their platform. These words were poignant reminders of his exceptional professionalism and potential that has sadly been curtailed.
The Kenner Police department disclosed some additional findings on Wednesday, related to the ongoing investigation. Their report stated that Danette Colbert, a resident of Slidell, was taken into police custody when some troubling discoveries surfaced. It appeared that Colbert had been swiping Manzano’s credit card at various retail outlets within the New Orleans area.
Subsequent security footage from the hotel where Manzano was lodged became critical to the case. These recordings revealed that Manzano had been with Colbert on the morning of February 5. More chilling was the fact that she was observed leaving the hotel room by herself on the same morning.
As a result of these findings, Colbert is presently being held on charges related to fraud, along with those linked to theft. While these crimes are grave, the law enforcement officers stress that their investigation is still very much ongoing – an indicator that Colbert’s legal troubles may not end with the current charges.
Digging deeper into Colbert’s background has unearthed a troubling history of economic offenses. Kenner Police Chief Keith Conley elucidated some specifics about Colbert’s past criminal activities. It seems she has various allegations leveled at her, among which are instances of her incapacitating men, embezzling their money, and partaking in illegal credit card operations.
Indeed, the record shows Colbert had been previously apprehended for similar offenses. She was on the police radar back in 2020 for an alleged incident in Nevada. Moreover, just two years prior, she had encountered the law in Jefferson Parish on aligned charges.
The cause of Manzano’s untimely death remains shrouded in mystery as no official cause of death has been made available to the public. This information remains withheld as authorities continue painstakingly working to ascertain the reason behind this tragic occurrence.
Despite the apparent gaps in the investigation, the coroner’s office did provide some clarity. The coroner’s examinations are presently ongoing to conclusively determine the cause of Manzano’s death. However, from the preliminary reports, they clarified that there were no direct indicators of physical trauma on Manzano’s body.
The Kenner Police have called on the public in an appeal for further assistance. They encourage any individuals who might be familiar with Danette Colbert, or who may possess any relevant information about her alleged criminal network, to come forward.
Those with valuable input are urged to reach out to the Criminal Investigations Division or report their information to Crime Stoppers. The Kenner Police department assures that any piece of information, irrespective of how insignificant it might seem, would be essential in solving this ongoing investigation.
In closing, although this tragedy remains surrounded by questions and uncertainty, the concerted efforts of the police, forensic experts, and the public may shed more light in the days to come. Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family, friends, and colleagues of Adan Manzano during this difficult time.
As the media fraternity mourns the loss of one of its shining stars, the commitment to uncovering the truth behind this heinous act remains unwavering. It is hoped that justice will be served swiftly and unequivocally, and that the legacy of Adan Manzano’s brilliant yet short career in journalism will continue to inspire future generations.