Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla announced the dismissal of Mao Aplasca from his post as Acting Sergeant at Arms of the Senate and Commission on Appointments following a controversial incident.

Aplasca, who was placed under preventive suspension for six months without pay after firing warning shots at the Senate's glass windows on May 13, 2026, was formally dismissed by Remulla.The Ombudsman emphasized that the decision was made public to ensure transparency, as explaining the rationale was deemed complex.Aplasca's actions caused panic among individuals still inside the Senate premises at the time.

The Ombudsman's office confirmed that the dismissal was finalized on Monday, with Remulla stating that the decision would be released for public viewing.Despite GMA News Online's attempts to contact Aplasca for comment, he has not responded as of the report's publication.The incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding security protocols and accountability in legislative institutions.