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Teens storm Scientology church in New York in latest ‘speed running’ incident

Teens storm Scientology church in New York in latest ‘speed running’ incident

Summary

A group of young people entered a Scientology church in New York by breaking a locked door, causing damage, and injuring a staff member during a seminar. This event is part of a recent trend called “speed running,” where groups rush into Scientology buildings for social media attention.

Key Facts

  • The incident happened at the Church of Scientology on West 36th Street in Manhattan.
  • The group forced entry, damaged property, and injured one staff member who needed medical care.
  • Another staff member was called a racial slur during the incident.
  • Similar “speed running” events have occurred at Scientology buildings in Los Angeles.
  • The Los Angeles police have received several reports of trespassing linked to these events.
  • The trend started with an 18-year-old creator named Swhileyy, who has since distanced himself from the activity.
  • Scientology was founded in the 1950s by L. Ron Hubbard and has faced public scrutiny and legal actions, including those by former members.
  • The church says these incidents are illegal trespasses and not peaceful protests or journalism.
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