Kurt Wilhelm Rudolf Lehder

Kurt Wilhelm Rudolf Lehder was a German engineer who immigrated to Colombia in the late 1920s. He became a prominent figure in the construction industry, building significant projects and establishing a hotel in Armenia, Colombia. Kurt was known for his strict demeanor and professional integrity, earning a solid reputation and financial stability. He was the father of Carlos Lehder, a notorious figure in the Medellín Cartel, with whom he had a strained relationship due to his son's criminal activities. Kurt's legacy is marked by his contributions to Colombia's infrastructure and his complex familial ties.