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Birth of Pablo Escobar
Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria is born in Rionegro, Colombia -
Rise to Power
Escobar begins his criminal career by smuggling contraband cigarettes before transitioning to cocaine trafficking, eventually founding the Medellín Cartel. -
Formation of the Medellín Cartel
Escobar, along with other drug lords, establishes the Medellín Cartel, which becomes one of the most powerful drug-trafficking organizations in the world. -
Election to Colombian Congress
Escobar is elected as an alternate member of the Colombian Congress, gaining political influence and protection. -
Assassination of Luis Carlos Galán
Escobar orders the assassination of presidential candidate Luis Carlos Galán, leading to increased scrutiny and pressure from Colombian authorities and the United States. -
Surrender and Imprisonment
Escobar surrenders to Colombian authorities under the condition that he would serve a maximum sentence of five years and be housed in a self-designed prison, La Catedral. -
Escape from La Catedral
Escobar escapes from La Catedral after learning that he would be transferred to a conventional prison. His escape triggers a massive manhunt. -
Death of Escobar
Escobar is located and killed by Colombian security forces on December 2, 1993, in a rooftop shootout in Medellín.