Josh Weiner
Russian-American YouTuber and prankster Vitaly Zdorovetskiy, known for his controversial stunts, was arrested by Philippine authorities on April 2, 2025, for multiple offenses including harassment and theft. The arrest followed a series of incidents in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, where Zdorovetskiy was seen harassing security personnel and engaging in disruptive behavior during a livestream.
Zdorovetskiy, 33, faces charges of unjust vexation under the Cybercrime Prevention Act, theft, and attempted theft. He is currently detained at the Bureau of Immigration Bicutan Detention Center in Taguig, pending legal proceedings.
The Bureau of Immigration has labeled him an “undesirable alien,” and deportation proceedings are underway. However, any deportation will only occur after the resolution of his local cases and the completion of any imposed sentences.
This incident adds to Zdorovetskiy’s history of legal troubles stemming from his public pranks and stunts in various countries.
