Pablo Escobar was a notorious Colombian drug lord from "summary" of Killing Pablo by Mark Bowden
Pablo Escobar was a man of many contradictions. He was a ruthless criminal who rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most powerful and feared drug lords in the world. He was also a devoted family man who built schools, hospitals, and housing for the poor in his hometown of Medellín. But it was his criminal activities that ultimately defined him. Escobar's drug empire was built on a foundation of violence and corruption. He employed a ruthless army of hitmen known as sicarios to eliminate anyone who stood in his way. He also bribed politicians, judges, and police officers to ensure that he could operate with impunity. His cartel, known as the Medellín Cartel, controlled the majority of the cocaine trade in the 1980s, flooding the streets of America with their product. Despite his criminal activities, Escobar was seen as a Robin Hood figure by many in Colombia. He ...
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