Former Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Mao Aplasca has submitted a counter-affidavit in response to obstruction of justice complaints filed against him by the opposition coalition Tindig Pilipinas and other groups.

The complaint alleges that Aplasca, along with Senators Alan Peter Cayetano and Robin Padilla, facilitated the departure of Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa from Senate premises despite an ICC arrest warrant for alleged crimes against humanity.The incident occurred on May 11 when dela Rosa was granted protective custody after Cayetano became Senate President.Aplasca later fired warning shots at NBI agents, causing panic among Senate staff, media, and civilians.

The Ombudsman ordered respondents to answer the complaint, with Cayetano filing his counter-affidavit via registered mail on July 8 due to potential government office shutdowns from Typhoon Inday.Aplasca's legal counsel submitted the counter-affidavit on July 9, emphasizing the legal battle over alleged obstruction of justice.

The case highlights tensions between legislative authority and judicial processes, raising questions about accountability and procedural compliance in high-profile legal cases.