‘Scientology Speedrun’ trend comes to Sandy Springs

The Brief

  • A 20-year-old metro Atlanta man is facing charges after participating in a viral social media challenge at a Church of Scientology building.
  • Sandy Springs police warned that the “Scientology Speedrun” trend, which involves filming unauthorized runs through the property, can lead to criminal prosecution.
  • While one arrest has been made, investigators are still working to identify several other men involved in the April 29 incident.

SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. A metro Atlanta man faces charges for taking part in a nationwide viral trend where people film themselves running through Church of Scientology buildings.

What we know:

The Sandy Springs Police Department posted on its Facebook page that a 20-year-old was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct after participating in the “Scientology Speedrun” trend back on April 29. According to police, several other unidentified men participated with the man, but their identities have not been released.

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