John Jairo Velásquez
John Jairo Velásquez, also known as 'Popeye', was a notorious hitman and enforcer for the Medellín Cartel, famously associated with Pablo Escobar. He played a significant role in the cartel's violent operations during the 1980s and 1990s. After Escobar's death in 1993, Velásquez turned to a career in media, becoming a social media personality and YouTube content creator, where he shared stories from his criminal past. His controversial life and insights into the cartel's inner workings have drawn both fascination and outrage in Colombia and beyond.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 27,699 | $350,000 | 191$ |
| Totals | 1 | 50,882,884 | 27,699 | $350,000 | 191$ |
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Colombia:
John Jairo Velásquez, alias 'Popeye', claimed that Pablo Escobar financed the M-19 but not for the takeover of the Palace of Justice.
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