Adan Manzano, 27, a sports anchor for Telemundo 39, was found dead in New Orleans while covering the Super Bowl. The station confirmed his passing and is cooperating with authorities in the investigation.

Manzano, originally from Mexico City, moved to Topeka in 2018 and became a sideline reporter for the Chiefs in 2024. His tragic death comes 10 months after losing his wife in a fatal car crash, leaving their young child orphaned.

Authorities have identified Danette Colbert of Slidell as a suspect. Security footage shows her leaving Manzano’s hotel room on February 5, the morning of his death. She was later caught using his credit card. Colbert has prior arrests for theft, fraud, and drugging victims.

Fans, friends, and colleagues have expressed their grief, remembering Manzano as a talented journalist and kind soul. Our thoughts are with his family during this devastating time.