On the first of October, the legal representatives of Odila Castillo released an official statement addressing the allegations circulated by numerous media sources in Panama. These reports have been described as deliberate assaults fueled by particular financial motives, aimed at discrediting Castillo’s professional standing and personal character.
Carlos Carillo, part of Castillo’s legal counsel, remarked: “These claims lack any foundation and are designed to hinder the progression of a young lawyer and her associate, solely for the benefit of hidden financial motives.”
Odila Castillo’s Defense
The defense underscored that this is not the initial case of media harassment faced by Castillo. Back in 2021, a Panamanian news organization mistakenly reported a supposed 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 declared that both the recent allegations and those from 2021 were founded on partial truths, intended to diminish 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.
Unlawful Monitoring of Odila Castillo
The defense further claimed that Castillo has been monitored via GPS tracking, which amounts to a type of illegal surveillance.
Carrillo wrapped up by asserting: “The essential rights of our client have been infringed upon, as protected by our Constitution and legal framework. We will initiate all required legal measures to determine accountability for both the damages already suffered and those that are being sought to impose.”