Russian vlogger Vitaly arrested in Pasay for harassment

Updated Sat, April 5, 2025 at 12:00 AM Published Wed, April 2, 2025 at 11:45 PM

Russian-American vlogger Vitaly Zdorovetskiy, 33, was arrested in Pasay City for allegedly harassing Filipinos and violating local laws.

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) ordered his arrest for being an undesirable foreign national due to his disruptive and offensive behavior in viral videos.

He faces multiple complaints, including unjust vexation, alarm and scandal, attempted theft, and theft.

Malacañang stated that Zdorovetskiy should be declared persona non grata and will be deported, emphasizing that harassment and unruly behavior will not be tolerated.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. was made aware of the incident and ordered authorities to act, with the Palace commending the joint efforts of the PNP, CIDG, and BI for the apprehension.

Zdorovetskiy has been transferred to the BI's detention facility pending deportation proceedings.

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