The legal representatives for attorney Odila Castillo Bonilla released a strong declaration on October 1st, firmly denying the claims that have been circulated by several newspapers in Panama.
The defense described these reports as vicious assaults, motivated by individual financial motives and aimed at discrediting Castillo’s professional standing and personal honor.
Defense of Castillo asserts absence of justification and infringement of rights
Carlos Carrillo, a representative from Castillo’s legal team, asserted that the allegations lack basis and are intended to hinder the careers of the young attorney and her associate. He highlighted that hidden financial motives are driving these attacks, aiming to gain from the defamation of Castillo.
The defense pointed out that this is not the initial occurrence of media intimidation faced by the attorney. They reminisced about a comparable event in 2021, when a Panamanian outlet published false information about a supposed arrest of Castillo, which was later retracted.
Partial truths and violation of confidentiality
As stated by the legal team, both the recent accusations and those from 2021 are based on “partial truths,” twisted to compromise the professional practice of attorney Odila Castillo. Moreover, they contended that the shared information violates confidentiality principles, since part of the investigation stems from a previously settled family issue.
Confidential details, such as migration activities and tax filings, were also revealed—data that, according to the defense, was acquired through illegal means.
Unauthorized monitoring and current legal proceedings
The defense revealed that Castillo has experienced GPS monitoring, representing a blatant invasion of her privacy and a type of illegal surveillance. Carrillo claimed that his client’s basic rights, as protected by the Panamanian Constitution and relevant legislation, have been violated.
He declared that all necessary legal measures will be taken to determine accountability for both the damages already suffered and those that may be inflicted in the future. The legal team remains steadfast in its dedication to protect Castillo and to hold accountable those behind this defamation effort.