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LAPD Probes ‘Scientology Speedrunning’ as Church Tightens Access at Hollywood Sites

Police are investigating trespass, vandalism, possible hate crimes tied to the videos.

Overview

  • LAPD, following Saturday's large group rush through the L. Ron Hubbard Life Exhibition and a public information center, says two suspects are wanted on burglary and felony vandalism allegations.
  • Detectives are reviewing at least one case as a potential hate crime, officers documented vandalism and battery during the chaos, and no arrests have been announced.
  • The Church of Scientology removed door handles and restricted public entry at Hollywood locations while adding other security steps to deter further runs.
  • Church officials label the stunts organized trespass and harassment and report staff were knocked down, and police records list no injury reports from the incidents.
  • Participants describe the runs as thrill-seeking or exposure efforts and reject hate-crime claims, and the trend borrows the gaming idea of “speedrunning,” which prizes fast progression through “levels” for viral views.