Jhon Jairo Velasquez
Criminal

Jhon Jairo Velasquez Net Worth

Jhon Jairo Velasquez is a notorious criminal with a net worth of $50 million. Born in 1962, he was a hitman for the Medellin Cartel and confessed to more than 250 killings and multiple kidnappings. He was sentenced to 23 years in prison in Colombia before his probationary release in 2014.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day April 15, 1962
Birth Place Colombia
Age 61 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Aries

💰 Net worth: $50 million (2024)

Jhon Jairo Velasquez, also known as the notorious criminal in Colombia, has reportedly amassed a net worth of around $50 million by the year 2024. Despite his criminal activities and involvement with the infamous Medellín drug cartel, Velasquez has managed to accumulate significant wealth throughout the years. His notoriety stems from his deep involvement with the cartel and his association with the infamous drug lord, Pablo Escobar. Velasquez's projected net worth serves as a testament to his criminal success, but it also raises eyebrows about the lasting impact of his illicit endeavors.

About

Nicknamed "Popeye", he was a medium level hitman infamous for his work done on behalf of the Medellin Cartel. He confessed to more than 250 killings and multiple kidnappings during his 23 year prison sentence in Colombia before his 2014 probationary release. 

Before Fame

He was first admitted to the Colombian National Army before leaving to enter the school of apprentices for the Colombian Navy. 

Trivia

Since his prison release, he has taken to YouTube activism on his eponymous channel, where he has provided outspoken commentary on Colombian political issues. He has earned more than 900,000 subscribers there. 

Family Life

He was originally born and raised in Yarumal, Antioquia, Colombia. 

Associated With

He was loyal to the infamous drug kingpin and head of the Medellin cartel Pablo Escobar

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