Aplasca and the Senate Shooting: CIDG Questions Wrong Information

The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) continues its investigation into the shooting incident that happened inside the Senate on May 13. Authorities are now focusing on where the wrong information came from that led to the belief that there was an armed threat inside the Senate complex. This confusion is believed to have contributed to the actions taken by some security personnel during the incident.

Ongoing CIDG Investigation

According to CIDG director PMGen. Robert Morico II, investigators are trying to determine how the idea of an incoming armed attack was formed. Reports suggest that some security personnel prepared for a possible confrontation because they believed there was a real threat. The CIDG is now examining communication breakdowns and decision-making errors that may have worsened the situation.

How Aplasca Became Involved

The CIDG stated that Aplasca reportedly received information suggesting that the Senate was under threat. Because of this, a “lock and load” order was allegedly issued to security personnel before the shooting incident happened. Authorities described parts of the incident as “panic firing,” caused by the belief that an attack was already taking place due to heard gunfire.

Broader Investigation Beyond Aplasca

Investigators clarified that the case is not limited to Aplasca alone. Other personnel from the Office of the Senate Sergeant-at-Arms are also being looked into. The CIDG emphasized that large security operations involve multiple layers of communication, and misinformation from lower-level sources may have influenced decisions at the top level.

Communication and Coordination Issues

One of the key findings in the investigation is the possible lack of coordination between different security groups, including those from the Senate and nearby facilities such as the GSIS building. The CIDG said that better communication could have reduced confusion and prevented the escalation of the incident.

The investigation also raised concerns about unverified threat information, misinterpretation of events, and unclear emergency response procedures. These issues may have contributed to the panic that followed.

CCTV Footage and Non-Appearance

The CIDG reviewed CCTV footage showing access to the Senate’s security control room during the incident. This footage is part of the timeline being built by investigators to understand what happened step by step.

However, Aplasca and other involved personnel did not appear before the CIDG despite being issued a subpoena. The agency has urged them to cooperate to ensure a fair and complete investigation. The CIDG also stated that it may recommend filing charges for possible violations of security-related laws.

Current Position of Aplasca

Despite the investigation, Aplasca maintains his position that he believed the Senate was under attack at the time of the incident. Authorities continue to verify all statements and evidence to determine what really happened.

Conclusion

The Senate shooting investigation continues to focus on the source of misinformation and how it influenced security decisions. Beyond the actual shooting, the case highlights issues in communication, coordination, and crisis response inside sensitive government facilities. The public is still waiting for the final results of the investigation to identify who is responsible and how similar incidents can be prevented in the future.

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