Diego Marín
Diego Marín, also known as 'Papá Pitufo', is a notorious figure in Colombia, identified as the 'zar del contrabando' due to his extensive involvement in smuggling operations. Recently, he was thrust into the spotlight following the revelation of explosive audio recordings that expose his significant corrupt influence within Colombia's National Police and the DIAN (National Directorate of Taxes and Customs). These recordings highlight his ability to manipulate law enforcement personnel for his benefit, showcasing his alleged connections with high-profile political figures and his role in orchestrating a vast network of corruption and illicit trade.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | 2 | 3.00 | 0.08% | +70% | 50,882,884 | 71,341 | $350,000 | 491$ |
| El Salvador | 1 | 7.00 | 0.31% | +0% | 6,486,201 | 20,143 | $26,000 | 81$ |
| Totals | 3 | 57,369,085 | 91,484 | $376,000 | 572$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
El Salvador:
Diego Marin expressed the company's goal to expand operations in El Salvador and Latin America.
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Colombia:
Diego Marín, alias Papá Pitufo, is being investigated for his connections to the mafia and attempts to infiltrate political campaigns.
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Colombia:
Diego Marín, also known as 'Papá Pitufo', is under investigation for his connections to Petro's campaign.
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Colombia:
Diego Marín, alias Papá Pitufo, is under investigation for corruption linked to public entities.
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Colombia:
Diego Marín is referred to as the 'Zar del Contrabando' involved in illegal activities affecting state institutions.
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Colombia:
Diego Marín, alias Papá Pitufo, is a suspected drug trafficker and contraband kingpin wanted for extradition.
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Colombia:
Diego Marín is referred to as the 'zar del contrabando' and is mentioned in connection with alleged criminal links.
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Colombia:
Diego Marín is linked to the alleged corruption network mentioned by Idárraga.
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Colombia:
A mí no me sorprende, por ejemplo, que haya grabaciones en las que bien sea Diego Marín u otro contrabandista diga 'no se preocupe, fulanito es nuestro'.
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Colombia:
Diego Marín, alias Papá Pitufo, was mentioned in connection with Armando Benedetti's controversies.
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