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Pablo Escobar's Brother Tried Trademarking Late Colombian Drug Lord's Name, European Court Says No

Pablo Escobar may be Colombia's most notorious drug lord ever, but that did not stop his brother from trying to cash in on his name by trademarking it. However, an EU court said no.

Pablo Escobar's Cocaine Hippos Will Be Culled in Colombia Via Sterilization, Transfer, and Euthanasia, Says Government

Nov 03, 2023 12:12 AM EDT By Rick Martin

Pablo Escobar's infamous cocaine hippos may have become a tourist attraction of sorts in Colombia, but the government has decided to cull some of these dangerous creatures.

Pablo Escobar’s ‘Cocaine Hippos’ To Be Flown From Colombia to El Chapo’s Stronghold, Sinaloa

El Chapo Stronghold of Sinaloa To Welcome Pablo Escobar's 'Cocaine Hippos' From Colombia

Jun 02, 2023 12:23 AM EDT By Rick Martin

After decades of terrorizing locals, Pablo Escobar's infamous "cocaine hippos" will finally be moved. Some of them will go to Sinaloa, El Chapo's birthplace.

Where Are the Ochoa Brothers? The Family of Ranchers Who Ran Colombia’s Medellin Cartel With Pablo Escobar

Ochoa Brothers of Medellin Cartel: What Happened to Former Pablo Escobar Associates?

Apr 15, 2023 06:30 PM EDT By Mary Webber

Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar was not the only one who managed the operations of the Medellin Cartel. The cartel's success can also be attributed to the Ochoa brothers.

Pablo Escobar’s Cocaine Hippos: Relocation From Colombia to India Will Cost $3.5 Million

Pablo Escobar's 'Cocaine Hippos' to Be Moved From Colombia to Mexico, India at Multimillion-Dollar Cost

Mar 31, 2023 04:11 AM EDT By Mary Webber

Colombia is planning to relocate 70 of Pablo Escobar's "cocaine hippos" to Mexico and India in the coming months.

Colombia Reveals Plan to Decrease Pablo Escobar’s Cocaine Hippos’

‘Cocaine Hippos’: Colombia Reveals Plan to Stop Increasing Population of Pablo Escobar’s Hippopotamuses

Mar 03, 2023 07:48 PM EST By Rick Martin

While "Cocaine Bear" is gripping the United States, Colombia is stuck with its decades-long conundrum that involves Pablo Escobar's infamous "Cocaine Hippos." The late drug lord's pet hippos are multiplying, leaving many in the country concerned.

Pablo Escobar Net Worth: How the Notorious Drug Lord Became 1 of the 10 Richest People on Earth Until His Death

Feb 18, 2023 06:30 PM EST By Mary Webber

Pablo Escobar, the notorious leader of Colombia's Medellin Cartel, was among the 10 wealthiest people in the world, with his multi-billion net worth at the height of his criminal career.

Brazil's 'Pablo Escobar' Sergio Roberto De Carvalho Arrested in Europe; Fights Extradition to His Home Country

Jun 24, 2022 03:04 AM EDT By Mary Webber

Sergio Roberto de Carvalho, dubbed the "Pablo Escobar of Brazil," appeared in a court in Europe to fight attempts to extradite him to his home country.

Pablo Escobar's 'Cocaine Hippos': More Than 100 of Drug Kingpin's Exotic Pets Face Uncertain Future in Colombia

Feb 07, 2022 02:53 AM EST By Jess Smith

The number of hippos has increased from the few that were originally held at Pablo Escobar's Hacienda Napoles estate, with 130 now roaming free around the Magdalena River, north of Bogota.

Son of Pablo Escobar, Leader of Colombia's Medellin Cartel, Joins Celebrities Available to Send Special Messages

Jan 25, 2022 06:54 AM EST By Joshua Summers

The son of the notorious leader of Colombia's Medellin Cartel, Pablo Escobar, is now among the celebrities who sell personalized greetings on social media.

Colombia Seizes 10 Tons of Cocaine Worth Over $300 Million, the Largest Drug Bust This Year

Nov 24, 2021 02:55 AM EST By Mary Webber

Colombia's armed forces on Tuesday seized the largest shipment of cocaine so far this year, with 10 tons of the illegal drugs confiscated.

Colombia's Most-Wanted Drug Lord Dairo Antonio Usuga Arrested; Pres. Ivan Duque Likened It to Capture of Pablo Escobar

Oct 24, 2021 11:18 PM EDT By Mary Webber

Colombia's President Ivan Duque likened the arrest of Gulf Clan leader Dairo Antonio Usuga to the capture of late drug kingpin Pablo Escobar three decades ago.

Guadalajara Cartel Founder Miguel Angel Felix Gallardo Finally Speaks About Murdered DEA Agent ‘Kiki’ Camarena

Aug 20, 2021 05:41 AM EDT By Mary Webber

Guadalajara Cartel founder Miguel Angel Felix Gallardo has openly talked about his connection to the death of DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena Salazar.

Drugs Labeled With Pablo Escobar's Image Seized in Chile

Mar 17, 2021 12:49 AM EDT By Mary Anne Webber

Authorities in Chile have confiscated more than three tons of cocaine and marijuana packed in white paper stamped with the image of drug lord Pablo Escobar.

Pablo Escobar's Hippos Poisoning Colombia's Waterways, Wildlife With 'Toxic' Urine

Jan 20, 2021 07:06 AM EST By Mary Anne R.

About 100 hippos of the descendants of drug kingpin Pablo Escobar's former pets are now invading Colombia's waterways and poisoning wildlife with their toxic urine and feces, scientists said.

Pablo Escobar: Money Hidden in Wall Found in Drug Lord's House; Guess How Much It's Worth

Oct 12, 2020 11:29 PM EDT By Tiziana Celine

Pablo Escobar's nephew Nicolas claimed he had a vision that led him to discover $18 million hidden inside one of the drug lord's former homes.