Controversial Kick streamer Vitaly was put in handcuffs after Philippine federal police arrested him following an aggressive confrontation with security guards and bystanders as well as threatening to rob and assault an older woman.
The entire scene played out during a live broadcast, giving viewers front-row seats to the chaos before authorities stepped in.
Kick Streamer Vitaly threatens to rob an old lady and messes with mall security in the Philippines 😳 pic.twitter.com/EAwfhBpgzV
— Net Klips (@NetKlips) March 31, 2025
Vitaly reportedly got hostile with security personnel in a public area while streaming. His aggressive behavior escalated to the point where bystanders felt threatened, prompting swift action from local law enforcement.
Russian YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy, who harassed and disrespected Filipinos while filming at Bonifacio Global City in Taguig, was caught by police officers in front of a hotel along Seaside Boulevard in Pasay City on Wednesday based on a mission order from the Bureau of… pic.twitter.com/fzrNOorfx8
— The Philippine Star (@PhilippineStar) April 2, 2025
The exact charges haven’t been disclosed yet, but harassment and public disturbance are serious offenses under Philippine law.
This isn’t Vitaly’s first, second, or even third run-in with trouble. The streamer has built his brand on provocative content, often pushing social boundaries with pranks and stunts that skirt the edges of acceptable behavior. His high-energy, confrontational style has earned him a substantial following on Kick despite—or perhaps because of—the controversy that follows him.
Kick, the streaming platform known for its more relaxed approach to content moderation compared to Twitch, has even gone as far to ban Vitaly—a rare occurrence for the platform.
For Vitaly, dealing with the Philippine legal system could prove challenging to say the least. As a foreign national, he’ll likely need specialized legal representation familiar with local laws.
Online reactions have been mixed, with some viewers expressing shock at the escalation while others suggesting this was inevitable given Vitaly’s content strategy. The arrest was captured and shared widely across social media platforms, creating a storm of commentary about streamer accountability.
The case could potentially set precedents for how international jurisdictions handle content creators who break local laws while broadcasting. Vitaly can only hope that the Philippines justice system doesn’t use him to make an example.
