Two content creators apologized for their online posts made during a shooting incident in the Senate earlier this week.
Social media personality-actress and entrepreneur Sachzna Laparan on Thursday, May 14, said that she later realized her post was ill-timed, adding that it was “insensitive” given the situation.
“I sincerely apologize for that,” she wrote on Facebook.
“Sa totoo lang, naging sobrang focused ako sa work, commitments, at giveaway na ginagawa ko that time kaya hindi ko agad naisip how my post could affect or come across to other people,” the content creator-actress said.
“But I understand now na hindi iyon excuse. Dapat naging mas maingat, mindful, at sensitive ako bago magpost. Totoo talaga ‘yung ‘think before you click,’ and this situation humbled me a lot,” she added.
Sachzna also appealed for public officials to prioritize the nation over their own personal interests.
“Sa government natin at sa kapwa nating Pilipino, nakakalungkot ‘yung mga nangyayari ngayon. Pero sana sa panahon na ganito, ‘wag muna tayo pumili ng kulay at pairalin ang pansariling interest. Unahin muna natin ang bansa natin at ang kapakanan ng mga Pilipino,” she said.
“Marami nang Pilipino ang nagsu-suffer ngayon. At the end of the day, iisa lang naman ang ipinaglalaban nating lahat ang Pilipinas,” the content creator added.
Content creator and makeup artist Hajie Alejandro also released a statement after making light of the political events involving the Senate.
“Taking accountability and learning from this,” he wrote on the same day.
Similar to Sachzna, the social media personality said that he regretted his post after reflecting on it.
“Looking back, I understand that the caption was poorly timed and came across as insensitive given the current situation. I take full accountability for that, and I’m truly sorry,” Hajie said.
He also clarified claims that he is “apolitical,” saying he has “never been apolitical or indifferent” to important issues.
“Those who have followed me for a long time know that I’ve always been vocal about my beliefs and political stand whenever I felt it was important to speak up,” the make-up artist said.
“But I also understand that this does not excuse the impact of my words or how the post made others feel. Thank you to everyone who called me out respectfully and shared their sentiments,” Hajie added.
“I’m listening, reflecting, and taking this as a reminder to be more mindful and responsible with the things I share online. Again, I sincerely apologize and appreciate everyone who took the time to express their concerns,” he concluded.
Sachzna previously posted the following on her Facebook page on Wednesday, May 13, the same day a shooting occurred in the Senate.
“Ang gulo na ng nangyayari sa mundo (loudly crying emoji). Comment na lang kayo kung gusto niyo ng phone, ubusin ko na stocks ko dito!” she wrote.
Meanwhile, Hajie reshared promotional content for a brand he endorses.
“Habang nagkakagulo sa Senado, ito kami ni BFF,” he wrote with emojis of a smiling-with-sweat and laughing-with-tears faces.
Sachzna’s post was later edited, while Hajie’s was deleted from his social media account. Screenshots of both were saved by some Facebook users, who called them “completely out of touch.”
“Nakaka-frustrate lang na habang may mabibigat na usapin na tinatalakay sa Senado — mga desisyong may direktang epekto sa araw-araw na buhay ng mga Pilipino—may ilang ‘INFLUENCER’ na pinipiling gawing backdrop lang ito para sa engagement at benta,” a Facebook user said.
“Hindi ito tungkol sa pagiging seryoso at KJ [killjoy], pero may tamang oras at konteksto para sa lahat. You don’t need to be political, pero basic awareness and a bit of sensitivity go a long way,” the Facebook user said, accusing them of “trivializing” the situation.
The chaos
At that time of posting, Filipinos were following the chaos that unfolded in the Senate building on Wednesday evening when gunshots were heard.
Some members of the majority bloc went live on Facebook, claiming that they were “under attack.” They were later photographed sharing a meal with Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla, appearing to laugh amid the tense situation.
Journalists covering the incident, however, were visibly distressed, with some breaking down while reporting.
The incident led to Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who is the subject of an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court, allegedly escaping from the Senate building with the aid of Sen. Robin Padilla.
Dela Rosa had been seeking refuge in the Senate after learning of the warrant, which was originally issued in secret in November 2025.
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The senator is accused of committing the crime against humanity of murder between July 2016 and April 2018 in connection with his role as Philippine National Police during Duterte administration’s drug war.
