YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy Causes Trouble in the Philippines, Ends Up Behind Bars

Kapanlagi.com - On Monday (07/04/2025), a Russian-American YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy was arrested while live streaming in the Philippines. This arrest occurred due to reports received by security forces from local residents.

According to the reports, the YouTuber was found to be causing trouble with a series of provocative actions displayed through the streaming media Kick. According to the South Morning China Post, he was reported for actions such as recording citizens without permission and insulting the mall's security system, which disrupted the comfort of the surrounding area in Metro Manila.

1. Other Allegations of Harassment and Theft

YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy was arrested in the Philippines. (credit: Wikipedia)

In addition to causing a commotion that disturbed residents in the metropolitan Manila area, Vitaly Zdorovetskiy is also accused of committing sexual harassment and attempted theft. Officers and security guards in the Philippines were victims of the actions of the YouTuber born on March 8, 1992.

Vitaly Zdorovetskiy is accused of attempting to kiss a security guard as a distraction to steal his belongings. The allegations intensified when it was also revealed that he had tried to grab a firearm from an officer.

2. Resisting Arrest

YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy was arrested in the Philippines. (credit: instagram.com/vitalythegoat)

The YouTuber from Murmansk, Russia was arrested in front of a hotel located in Pasay city. During the arrest, the actions taken by Vitaly Zdorovetskiy were deemed increasingly outrageous, leading to his detention at the Bicutan Immigration Detention Center along with other charges.

However, the YouTuber did not remain silent after being secured by local authorities. In a press conference that was broadcast, he appeared to attempt to take a police officer's hat while also making an "L" gesture with his fingers. His actions were immediately considered a form of disrespect towards the authorities and received condemnation from Filipino citizens as well as from other countries.

The Kick account used by Vitaly Zdorovetskiy for live streaming has now been suspended shortly after the arrest took place. Local police also stated that they are conducting an investigation into the alleged assistance received by the YouTuber from a local cameraman during the live broadcast.

3. Previous Scandal of Vitaly Zdorovetskiy

YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy was arrested in the Philippines. (credit: instagram.com/vitalythegoat)

Several years ago, Vitaly Zdorovetskiy was previously involved in another controversy. This YouTuber, with over 10 million subscribers, was arrested for allegedly hitting and slamming his body to the ground.

The police apprehended him shortly after the prank content creator fled to a nearby resident's house. According to the victim's testimony, he and Vitaly Zdorovetskiy did not know each other and were unaware of the reason behind the attack on him. The victim reportedly experienced pain in the chest and required stitches for a wound under his eye.

(kpl/rtr)