Vitaly Zdorovetskiy, the Russian-born YouTuber and streamer known as VitalyzdTv, was arrested in April 2025 in the Philippines after livestreaming controversial pranks in Manila that included harassing locals, public disruption, theft attempts, and other offenses like trying to take a security guard’s firearm. He spent nearly nine months detained in Philippine custody, described by some as harsh “jail hell” conditions, facing charges such as unjust vexation, alarm and scandal, and related harass

1.2M views · 9.6K reactions | WATCH: Arrested Russian-American vlogger Vitaly Zdorovetskiy appears to applaud himself while SILG Jonvic Remulla shows the press the vlogger's viral videos of allegedly harassing Filipinos. | via Jessie Cruzat, ABS-CBN News | ABS-CBN News | Facebook

13K views · 34 reactions | WATCH: Vitaly Zdorovetskiy, a Russian national, was arrested by CIDG operatives in Pasay City on Wednesday, April 2, at 12:10 p.m. The arrest was carried out based on a mission order due to his violation of BI Operations Order No. SBM-2014-048, which deems him undesirable. Following his arrest, Zdorovetskiy was taken to the Bureau of Immigration in Intramuros for documentation and proper legal disposition.  CIDG | Bilyonaryo News Channel | Facebook

Russian YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy has been arrested in the Philippines for multiple alleged offences committed during livestreams, including harassment, public disorder, and attempted theft. Authorities say footage shows him harassing locals, stealing small items, and jumping on vehicles. Instead of deportation, he will face legal proceedings locally to send a clear message about respecting Filipino law. Officials are also investigating his cameraman, believed to be Filipino, who may face rel