The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered the dismissal of retired police major general Mao Aplasca for his role in the May 13 shooting incident at the Senate premises.

Aplasca, former acting sergeant-at-arms of the Senate, was cited for grave misconduct and gross neglect of duty after firing warning shots during a confrontation with National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) agents.

The Ombudsman, Jesus Crispin Remulla, stated that Aplasca's actions endangered lives, violated established rules on force usage, and reflected a disregard for his security responsibilities.The administrative case stemmed from the exchange of gunfire between Senate personnel and NBI agents near the GSIS complex.

Aplasca claimed he acted to protect senators and facilities due to perceived threats, but the Ombudsman rejected this, emphasizing that no imminent danger existed.The decision includes penalties like a fine equivalent to one year's salary, with forfeiture of retirement benefits.The Ombudsman also clarified that the incident involving Senator Ronald dela Rosa was separate from the shooting.Aplasca has not yet responded to the allegations.