• A woman has been arrested in connection with the death of Telemundo reporter Adan Manzano.
• Danette Colbert, who has a criminal history, was last seen with Manzano before his body was discovered.
• The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding Manzano's death, which currently has no clear cause.

A disturbing incident has emerged from New Orleans surrounding the tragic death of Adan Manzano, a Telemundo reporter who was in the city to cover the Super Bowl. Authorities have arrested Danette Colbert, a 48-year-old woman from Slidell, Louisiana, following the discovery of Manzano’s body in a hotel room in Kenner on Wednesday. Surveillance footage captured Colbert entering Manzano’s room around 5 AM on the day of his death, and leaving approximately an hour later.

Manzano’s lifeless body was found later that day, igniting a probe into the circumstances surrounding his death. Initially, there were no visible signs of trauma, but the coroner’s office is conducting toxicology tests to ascertain whether drugs were involved, which could take several weeks to conclude. As reported by AP News, the investigation also revealed that Colbert was in possession of Manzano's credit card, which she reportedly used at various local establishments shortly after his death.

The arrest highlights Colbert's history of financial crimes, reportedly targeting men by drugging them and stealing their belongings. Kenner Police Chief Keith Conley identified her as a "career criminal," with past allegations of similar offenses in New Orleans and elsewhere, including Nevada. Following her capture, police discovered Manzano’s cellphone and credit card during a search of her residence, along with narcotics and a stolen firearm, which investigators believe is unrelated to the case.

Manzano, aged 27 and a well-respected member of the Telemundo Kansas City team, had recently begun to anchor and was considered a rising star in sports journalism, passionately covering events including the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl appearances. His untimely death leaves behind a two-year-old daughter, following the loss of his wife in a tragic car accident in April of the previous year.

As the investigation continues, authorities have indicated that further charges may be forthcoming depending on the autopsy results and additional evidence that may surface. The news of Manzano's death has prompted a heartfelt response from colleagues and viewers alike, marking a significant loss in the sports journalism community. For ongoing developments, visit The Guardian.