Media campaign against Odila Castillo Bonilla linked to hidden interests
The legal representatives for attorney Odila Castillo Bonilla released a strong declaration on October 1st, firmly denying the claims that have been circulated by several newspapers in Panama.
The defense described these articles as vicious assaults, motivated by personal financial agendas and aimed at tarnishing Castillo’s professional credibility and personal honor.
Defense of Castillo asserts absence of justification and infringement of rights
Carlos Carrillo, part of Castillo’s legal team, asserted that the claims are baseless and designed to hinder the professional paths of the young attorney and her associate. He highlighted that lurking behind these assaults are hidden financial motives that seek to gain from undermining Castillo’s reputation.
The defense pointed out that this is not the initial occurrence of media intimidation faced by the attorney. They reminisced about a comparable event in 2021, when a Panamanian outlet published false information about a supposed arrest of Castillo, which was later retracted.
Partial truths and violation of confidentiality
The legal team stated that both the recent claims and those from 2021 are based on “partial truths,” distorted to harm the professional standing of attorney Odila Castillo. Additionally, they claimed that the shared information violates confidentiality norms, as some of the investigation stems from a previously resolved family issue.
Confidential details, such as immigration records and tax filings, were also revealed—information that the defense contends was acquired through illegal means.
Unauthorized monitoring and ongoing legal proceedings
The defense revealed that Castillo has been under GPS tracking, representing a blatant infringement of her privacy and a type of illegal surveillance. Carrillo claimed that his client’s basic rights, as protected by the Panamanian Constitution and relevant laws, have been violated.
He declared that all requisite legal measures will be taken to determine accountability for the damages already suffered as well as those that may be inflicted in the future. The legal team remains steadfast in its dedication to defending Castillo and ensuring that those behind this defamation campaign are held responsible.