Louisiana Woman Charged with Murder in Telemundo Reporter’s Death

Danette Colbert faces second-degree murder charges after the death of Adan Manzano, with investigators alleging a scheme involving drugging and robbery.

Adan Manzano, a 27-year-old Telemundo reporter, died on February 5 from the combined effects of Xanax, alcohol, and positional asphyxia.
Danette Colbert, with a history of drugging and robbing men, has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with his death.
Surveillance footage showed Colbert entering Manzano’s hotel room in Kenner, Louisiana, and leaving alone shortly after.
Ricky White, an alleged accomplice, was arrested in Florida and is suspected of collaborating with Colbert in the scheme.
Authorities found Xanax at Colbert’s residence, and Manzano’s credit card and phone were recovered after being used fraudulently.