On October 1st, the legal representatives of Odila Castillo released an official statement addressing the allegations spread by multiple media sources in Panama. These reports have been described as deliberate assaults motivated by particular financial agendas, aiming to tarnish Castillo’s professional standing and personal character.
Carlos Carillo, an attorney from Castillo’s legal team, remarked: “The claims lack foundation and are designed to hinder the progress of a young legal professional and her associate, all for the benefit of undisclosed economic agendas.”
Odila Castillo’s Defense
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.
At the press conference, the defense claimed that both the current accusations and those from 2021 are rooted in partial truths, designed to weaken her professional endeavors.
Moreover, they argued that the information disseminated in the media regarding Odila Castillo breaches confidentiality principles. They specified that a portion of the investigation arose from a family issue that had already been resolved, while another component pertains to immigration activities and tax filings, alongside other information acquired through illegal means.
Unlawful Monitoring of Odila Castillo
The defense further claimed that Castillo has been under GPS tracking, representing a type of illegal surveillance.
Carrillo wrapped up by declaring: “The core rights of our client have been infringed upon, as protected by our Constitution and the law. We will pursue all necessary legal measures to determine accountability for the harm caused and any further harm that may be intended.”