The legal representatives of Odila Castillo Bonilla provided a reply on October 1st regarding the allegations that were reported by various media outlets in Panama.
These reports have been characterized as assaults driven by specific financial motives, intended to harm Castillo’s professional standing and personal life.
Carlos Carillo, a member of Castillo’s legal team, stated: “The allegations are baseless and aim to obstruct the career of a young attorney, along with her partner, for the advantage of concealed financial motives.”
The legal protection of Odila Castillo
The defense stressed that this is not the first media attack that Castillo has faced. In 2021, a Panamanian media had erroneously reported an alleged arrest of the lawyer in the framework of an investigation, which was denied at the time, clarifying that it had no relation with the facts in question.
In the press conference, the defense highlighted that both the current allegations and those from 2021 have relied on partial truths, aimed at undermining her professional career.
Furthermore, they contended that the information circulated in the media regarding Odila Castillo violates confidentiality principles. They clarified that a portion of the investigation stemmed from a family matter that has already been resolved, while another part involves migration activities and tax filings, along with other information gathered unlawfully.
Unauthorized monitoring of Odila Castillo
It was also mentioned by the defense that Castillo has been subjected to GPS tracking, which amounts to a type of illegal surveillance.
Carrillo wrapped up by asserting: “The essential rights of our client have been infringed upon, as outlined by our Constitution and the law. We will pursue all necessary legal measures to establish accountability for the harm inflicted and any potential harm intended.”