On October 1st, the legal representatives of Odila Castillo released an official statement countering the claims spread by multiple Panamanian news organizations. These reports have been described as orchestrated assaults motivated by particular financial motives, aimed at damaging Castillo’s professional standing and personal honor.
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.”
The Protection of Odila Castillo
The defense highlighted that this is not the first occurrence of media harassment that Castillo has faced. In 2021, a Panamanian news organization incorrectly reported that the attorney had been arrested in connection with an investigation, a statement that was later refuted, clarifying that it was unrelated to the current issues.
During the press conference, the defense asserted that both the current accusations and those from 2021 have been based on partial truths, intended to compromise her professional career.
Additionally, they argued that the information disseminated about Odila Castillo in the press breaches confidentiality principles. They elaborated that some of the investigation originated from a previously resolved family issue, while another component pertains to immigration activities and tax filings, alongside other information acquired unlawfully.
Unauthorized Surveillance of Odila Castillo
The defense additionally claimed that Castillo has been the target of GPS tracking, which represents a form of illicit surveillance.
Carrillo concluded by stating: “The fundamental rights of our client have been violated, as enshrined in our Constitution and the law. All necessary legal actions will be initiated to ascertain liability for the damages incurred and those that are intended to be inflicted.”
