Escobar used extreme violence to maintain control from "summary" of Killing Pablo by Mark Bowden
Escobar's power was not built on charm or charisma, but on fear and violence. He used extreme brutality to keep his enemies in line and his loyal followers in check. Those who dared to challenge him or stand in his way were met with a swift and ruthless response. One of Escobar's favorite tactics was the car bomb, a weapon he used with devastating effect. He would pack a vehicle with explosives and send it careening towards his target, causing chaos and destruction in its wake. This indiscriminate violence sent a clear message to anyone who dared to cross him: no one was safe, and everyone was a potential target. Even within his own organization, Escobar ruled with an iron fist. He had a network of informants and spies who reported back to him on any signs of disloyalty or dissent. Those...
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