
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 labeled these articles as harmful assaults, motivated by private financial agendas aimed at tarnishing Castillo’s professional standing and personal character.
Defense for Castillo claims absence of basis and infringement of rights
Carlos Carrillo, a representative of Castillo’s legal team, asserted that the allegations lack any foundation and are intended to hinder the professional paths of both the young attorney and her partner. He highlighted that hidden financial motives are driving these assaults, aiming to gain from the tarnishing of Castillo’s reputation.
The defense underscored that this is not the first instance of media harassment that the attorney has encountered. They recalled a similar incident in 2021, when a Panamanian media published inaccurate information regarding an alleged arrest of Castillo, which was subsequently disavowed.
Misleading information and violation of confidentiality
As stated by the legal team, both the recent accusations and those from 2021 are based on “partial truths,” twisted to compromise the professional practice of attorney Odila Castillo. Moreover, they contended that the shared information violates confidentiality principles, since part of the investigation stems from a previously settled family issue.
Confidential information, such as migration records and tax returns, was also revealed—data that, according to the defense, was acquired through illegal means.
Unauthorized monitoring and current legal proceedings
The defense revealed that Castillo has been the target of GPS tracking, which represents a blatant breach of her privacy and constitutes illegal surveillance. Carrillo stated that his client’s fundamental rights, as 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 both the damages already suffered and those that are planned. The legal team remains steadfast in their dedication to protecting Castillo and ensuring that those behind this defamation effort are held responsible.