In May 1976, Escobar and several of his men were arrested and found in possession of 39 pounds (18 kg) of white paste, attempting to return to Medellín with a heavy load from Ecuador.
I maj 1976 blev Escobar og flere af hans mænd anholdt og fundet i besiddelse af 39 pounds (18 kg) hvid pasta, da de forsøgte at vende tilbage til Medellín med en tung last fra Ecuador.