Pablo Escobar

Pablo Escobar was a Colombian drug lord and the head of the Medellín Cartel, one of the most powerful criminal organizations in the 1980s and early 1990s. He played a significant role in the cocaine trade, making billions of dollars and contributing to widespread violence and corruption in Colombia. Escobar was known for his ruthless tactics, including bribery and assassination. Despite his criminal activities, he also presented himself as a benefactor to the poor in Colombia. He was killed by Colombian authorities in 1993, leaving behind a complex legacy that continues to impact Colombia and the world.