According to the Louisiana police, the Super Bowl journalist who was discovered deceased in his hotel room near New Orleans on February 5, right before the major sporting event, had Xanax in his body. This information is based on an initial toxicology report that has not yet been made public.
Adan Manzano, a 27-year-old sports reporter for Telemundo from Kansas City, Missouri, had traveled to New Orleans to report on the Super Bowl. Sadly, he was found deceased in his hotel room at the Comfort Suites in Kenner.
During a bond hearing on Tuesday, Kenner Police Detective Jeffrey Fitzmorris revealed that Alprazolam, commonly referred to as Xanax, was detected in Manzano’s system post-mortem. This new detail sheds light on the circumstances surrounding Manzano’s untimely passing, offering more insight into what might have transpired before his death.
Kenner police confirmed the testimony to Fox News Digital.
Authorities executed a search warrant at Colbert’s address after identifying her as a potential suspect in connection with Manzano’s death and located a stolen gun that did not appear to be related to Manzano’s death and narcotics.
Colbert may face additional charges as the investigation into Manzano’s death develops.
Telemundo 39 remembered Manzano in a statement as “a true professional and a rising star who exemplified excellence in his work.”
“We will deeply miss Adan and his passion for sports and the contributions he made to the local community,” the statement says.
