Russian content creator Vitaly Zdorovetskiy appears visibly thinner in new images released after his transfer to the Philippines’ Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), The Philippine Star reported. The 33-year-old streamer remains in custody following a series of controversial incidents that led to his arrest in Pasay City on April 3, 2025.
Vitaly’s before and after being detained in the Philippines pic.twitter.com/FKhTAqFyLj
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) June 16, 2025
According to The Philippine Star, the country’s Bureau of Immigration confirmed on June 16 that Zdorovetskiy was moved to BJMP custody five days earlier. Photos published by the outlet show him in handcuffs, with some social media users noting a significant change in his appearance since his initial arrest.
Zdorovetskiy faces multiple criminal charges after live-streaming several incidents in Bonifacio Global City, where he was seen harassing a security guard, disturbing an elderly woman, and allegedly stealing an electric fan and a tricycle — both later abandoned. He broadcast the footage on his now-deactivated Kick channel under the title, “Vitaly DISTURBING THE PEACE in Philippines.”
He requested bail, promising in writing to remain in the National Capital Region and comply with any deportation orders. However, Immigration Commissioner Joel Viado rejected the request, stating, “Foreign nationals who abuse our hospitality and violate our laws must face the consequences. No special treatment will be given.”
Earlier this month, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla disclosed that both Russia and the United States — where Zdorovetskiy holds a green card — declined to repatriate him. The BJMP will continue holding Zdorovetskiy until his criminal cases conclude, after which the Bureau of Immigration will proceed with deportation proceedings.
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