Youths accused of breaking into NYC Church of Scientology building in latest viral ‘speedrunning’ trend
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A Church of Scientology building in New York City on Saturday became the latest target in a string of nationwide “speedrunning” incidents that have gone viral on social media in recent weeks.
A group of youths allegedly broke through a locked door to enter the church on West 36th Street in Manhattan at 4:30 p.m., according to the New York Police Department (NYPD).
Once inside, they allegedly threw objects, damaged property and injured a staff member.
The incident reflects a broader trend fueled by TikTok, where participants film themselves rushing through the Church of Scientology buildings to see how far they can get before being stopped.
Videos tied to the trend have racked up millions of views, including clips from Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles showing teens running through a Scientology information center.
“I saw this man who was dressed in this neon green inflatable costume, and him and a couple of his friends went inside the building from the front door when it was open,” one witness told The Associated Press. “They passed the security guard. They passed multiple workers.”
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