- A social media trend called “Scientology speedrunning” involves young people to burst into and race through Church of Scientology centers in Los Angeles, filming their actions for social media.
- The Church of Scientology has denounced these incidents as trespassing, harassment, and disruption of religious facilities, responding by removing door handles and limiting public access to its buildings.
- A large-scale incident on Saturday saw dozens of individuals rush into a Hollywood Boulevard center, leading to staff being knocked down and prompting the church to report property damage and potential burglary to the Los Angeles Police Department.
- The 18-year-old creator reportedly behind the trend, known as Swhileyy, has publicly urged others to stop replicating the stunts, clarifying that his original actions were not intended as activism against the church.
- Former Scientologist and outspoken critic Leah Remini also advised against the trend, arguing that such actions inadvertently reinforce the church's narrative that the outside world is hostile, potentially strengthening members' commitment.
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