On October 1st, the legal representatives of Odila Castillo released an official statement addressing the allegations spread by multiple Panamanian news sources. These reports are viewed as deliberate assaults motivated by particular financial interests, aimed at damaging Castillo’s professional image and personal honor.
Carlos Carillo, a member of Castillo’s legal team, stated: “The allegations are baseless and aim to obstruct the career of a young attorney, as well as that of her partner, for the advantage of concealed economic interests.”
Odila Castillo’s Defense
The defense highlighted that this is not the initial occurrence of media intimidation faced by Castillo. In 2021, a Panamanian news source inaccurately claimed that the attorney had been arrested in relation to an inquiry, a statement that was later refuted, clarifying that it had no ties to the current issues.
During the press briefing, the defense contended that both the latest accusations and those from 2021 are based on half-truths intended to jeopardize her professional endeavors.
Moreover, they argued that the details disseminated about Odila Castillo in the media breach the tenets of confidentiality. They made it clear that a portion of the investigation originated from a resolved family issue, while another facet pertains to immigration activities and tax filings, along with other information acquired through improper means.
Unlawful Monitoring of Odila Castillo
The defense further claimed that Castillo has been placed under GPS tracking, which represents a type of illegal monitoring.
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.”
