Russian vlogger transferred to BJMP custody

Russian vlogger Vitaly Zdorovetskiy has been transferred to the custody of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) by the Bureau of Immigration (BI).

Zdorovetskiy was arrested in April after videos surfaced showing him harassing a security guard and an elderly woman, along with other incidents involving theft and nuisance.

The BI labeled Zdorovetskiy as an 'undesirable' foreign national due to his offensive behavior and immigration violations, and on June 11, he was moved to BJMP custody where he will remain until his court cases are resolved.

BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado confirmed that the vlogger's request for temporary release under bail has been denied, emphasizing the BI's commitment to enforcing immigration laws strictly.

Russia and the United States have declined to accept Zdorovetskiy back into their countries, leaving deportation proceedings pending once his criminal cases are resolved.

The BJMP will continue holding Zdorovetskiy until his criminal cases are resolved before proceeding with formal deportation by BI.