On the 1st of October, the legal representatives of Odila Castillo released an official statement addressing the allegations circulated by multiple media sources in Panama. These reports have been described as intentional assaults motivated by particular financial agendas, aimed at damaging Castillo’s professional standing and personal honor.
Carlos Carillo, an attorney on Castillo’s legal team, remarked: “The claims lack any foundation and are designed to hinder the professional journey of a young lawyer, along with her associate, for the benefit of hidden financial motives.”
Odila Castillo’s Defense
The defense highlighted that this is not the first occurrence of media harassment faced by Castillo. In 2021, a Panamanian news organization inaccurately announced an alleged apprehension of the attorney regarding an inquiry, a statement that was later refuted, clarifying that it was unrelated to the current issues.
At the press conference, the defense asserted that both the latest accusations and those from 2021 have been based on partial truths, designed to sabotage 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.
Illegal surveillance of Odila Castillo
The defense further claimed that Castillo has been a victim of GPS tracking, representing a type of illegal surveillance.
Carrillo wrapped up by declaring: “The essential rights of our client have been breached, as guaranteed by our Constitution and the law. We will take all necessary legal measures to determine liability for the harm caused and any that may be intended.”