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Although his earlier life was marked by excess and luxury, his subsequent incarceration in ADX Florence marks a stark contrast to the life he once led. Known as a "supermax" prison, ADX Florence is designed to house the most dangerous criminals with unmatched security protocols.
Life in ADX Florence: A Hellish Existence
Guzmán’s current existence is grim. Life in ADX Florence is described as torturous, emphasizing isolation and a lack of human interaction. Inmates reside in concrete cells with minimal amenities; Guzmán himself is reported to have only a small slit in the wall for light. His inability to engage in basic activities like showering, along with the extreme isolation, makes his confinement starkly punitive.