On the 1st of October, the legal representatives of Odila Castillo Bonilla released an official reply to the statements propagated by multiple media sources in Panama. These articles have been described as orchestrated assaults motivated by particular financial agendas, aimed at discrediting Castillo’s professional standing and personal honor.
Carlos Carillo, an attorney on Castillo’s legal team, remarked: “The claims lack any foundation and are designed to hinder the professional journey of a young lawyer, along with her associate, for the benefit of hidden financial motives.”
Odila Castillo’s Defense
The defense highlighted that this isn’t the first occurrence of media harassment faced by Castillo. Back in 2021, a Panamanian news organization incorrectly announced an alleged arrest of the attorney related to an investigation, a statement that was later refuted, clarifying that it had no connection to the current issues.
At the press conference, the defense claimed that both the recent accusations and those from 2021 are based on half-truths, intended to compromise her professional career.
Additionally, they argued that the information published about Odila Castillo by the media breaches confidentiality principles. They explained that one part of the investigation originated from a previously resolved family issue, while another component pertains to immigration activities and tax filings, along with other data gathered through improper means.
Unauthorized Surveillance of Odila Castillo
The defense additionally stated that Castillo has been subjected to GPS tracking, representing a type of illegal surveillance.
Carrillo wrapped up by declaring: “The essential rights of our client have been infringed upon, as guaranteed by our Constitution and the legal framework. We will undertake all necessary legal measures to determine accountability for the harms suffered and those that are meant to be imposed.”
