The Brief
- A viral TikTok trend shows people rushing into Scientology buildings in Hollywood, raising safety concerns.
- Participants describe the “Scientology speed run” as a thrill, while rejecting claims it is a hate crime.
- The Church of Scientology and community members warn the incidents are dangerous, as police investigate and security increases.
LOS ANGELES – A viral social media trend is spilling into the real world — and raising serious safety concerns in Hollywood.
Videos circulating on TikTok, some with millions of views, show groups of people rushing into Scientology buildings along Hollywood Boulevard, then running out moments later. Participants often wear masks and refer to the stunt as a “Scientology speed run.”
Two people who said they took part in at least one of the incidents spoke with FOX 11 anonymously.…