KENNER, LA – Authorities in Kenner have apprehended a suspect in connection with the mysterious death of a Kansas City journalist who was in town covering the Super Bowl. The arrest marks a significant turn in the investigation that has gripped the local community.
Police have identified the suspect as Danette Colbert, who is currently facing charges related to fraud and theft. Colbert’s arrest came after she was found to be using a credit card belonging to the deceased journalist, Adan Manzano. Manzano’s lifeless body was discovered by hotel staff on Wednesday evening.
The Jefferson Parish Coroner’s Office is conducting tests to ascertain the cause of Manzano’s death. Preliminary reports from investigators indicate that there were no immediate signs of physical trauma on Manzano’s body, leaving the circumstances of his death unclear.
Surveillance footage from the hotel has played a crucial role in the investigation. The video shows Colbert and Manzano together on the morning of his death. Later, Colbert is seen leaving the hotel room alone, raising questions about her involvement.
Despite the arrest, Colbert has not been charged in connection with Manzano’s death. The charges she faces only pertain to property crimes, a point that has become a focal point in the ongoing investigation.
The case has drawn widespread attention, not only because of the victim’s profession but also due to the timing and location of his death. As the Super Bowl brought a spotlight to the area, this incident has cast a shadow over the festivities.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as they continue to piece together the events leading up to Manzano’s untimely death. The investigation remains active, with police seeking to uncover any potential links between Colbert and the journalist’s demise.
As the community awaits further updates, the case underscores the complexities often involved in criminal investigations, particularly those intersecting with high-profile events.