Griselda Blanco was born on February 15, 1943, in Cartagena, Colombia. She rose to prominence in the 1970s and 1980s as a major player in the cocaine trade, ultimately becoming one of the most powerful drug lords in history. Blanco's operations primarily extended from Colombia to the United States, particularly in Miami, where she was instrumental in establishing drug trafficking routes. Her ruthless tactics and willingness to resort to violence earned her a fearsome reputation. She was arrested multiple times but continued to operate her empire until her eventual capture and imprisonment. Blanco was released in the early 2000s and lived in relative obscurity until her assassination in 2012.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Griselda Blanco |
| Date of Birth | February 15, 1943 |
| Place of Birth | Cartagena, Colombia |
| Date of Death | September 3, 2012 |
| Occupation | Drug Trafficker |
| Children | Three (Michael, Dixon, and Uber) |
