Church of Scientology restricts Hollywood entry after speed-running intrusions

7 articles · Updated · NBC News · Apr 30

The church removed door handles at Hollywood Boulevard sites after Saturday's large-scale breach, when dozens rushed into two venues; police got four calls Monday and are seeking two suspects.
Los Angeles police are increasing patrols, with no arrests yet, while some incidents are being treated as possible hate crimes and one case includes suspected burglary, felony vandalism, battery and vandalism.
The trend spread through TikTok, Instagram and an X post offering payment for videos; the creator and former Scientologist Leah Remini have both urged copycats to stop.

Is Scientology 'speedrunning' a harmless viral prank or a targeted hate crime against a religious minority?

Will this new internet-fueled protest actually challenge Scientology, or will it backfire by creating public sympathy?