TIL Pablo Escobar, the notorious kingpin, was considered a local hero to some in Medellín for his acts of generosity. He built entire neighborhoods for the poor, hospitals, and stadiums. For many, Escobar's charity earned him the title of "Robin Hood," as he provided what the government wouldn't.

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