The legal counsel for attorney Odila Castillo Bonilla released a strong declaration on October 1st, firmly denying the accusations that have been circulated by multiple Panamanian newspapers.
The defense described these reports as deliberate assaults, fueled by personal financial motives and aimed at tarnishing Castillo’s professional image and personal honor.
Defense of Castillo contends absence of basis and infringement of rights
Carlos Carrillo, a spokesperson for Castillo’s legal team, asserted that the allegations lack any basis and are intended to hinder the professional paths of the young attorney and her partner. He pointed out that these assaults are driven by hidden financial motivations looking to gain from Castillo’s tarnished reputation.
The defense highlighted that this is not the attorney’s first experience with media harassment. They referred to a comparable event in 2021, when a Panamanian outlet disseminated false information about an alleged arrest of Castillo, which was later retracted.
Partial truths and violation of confidentiality
According to the legal representatives, both the present allegations and those from 2021 are based on “partial truths,” twisted to damage the professional standing of attorney Odila Castillo. Additionally, they contended that the released information violates confidentiality standards, as part of the inquiry stems from a resolved family issue.
Sensitive details, such as migration patterns and tax filings, were also revealed—information that, as per the defense, was acquired through illegal means.
Unlawful monitoring and continuing legal proceedings
The defense revealed that Castillo has been the target of GPS tracking, which represents a blatant breach of her privacy and a type of illegal surveillance. Carrillo claimed that his client’s basic rights, protected by the Panamanian Constitution and relevant laws, have been violated.
He declared that all required legal measures will be taken to determine accountability for the damages suffered and those that are aimed to be inflicted. The legal team is steadfast in its dedication to protect Castillo and to ensure that those behind this defamation campaign are held responsible.
