Brisbane teenager accused of using a police car as a BMX ramp in viral stunt at Scientology church
An 18-year-old Brisbane teenager, Zeppelin Witheridge, has been charged with public nuisance after a viral stunt involving a police car at the Church of Scientology. The incident occurred during a social media trend known as 'Scientology speedrun,' where participants race into Scientology buildings to evade security. Witheridge's actions, which included using a police car as a BMX ramp, have drawn legal consequences and sparked discussions about the trend's impact on public safety.
- ▪Zeppelin Witheridge is accused of using a police car as a BMX ramp during a viral stunt.
- ▪The 'Scientology speedrun' trend involves racing into Scientology buildings to evade security.
- ▪Witheridge has been charged with public nuisance and other offenses related to the incident.
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Zeppelin Witheridge appeared in court on Friday charged with public nuisance over a Scientology speedrun. Photograph: Robyn Wuth/AAPView image in fullscreenZeppelin Witheridge appeared in court on Friday charged with public nuisance over a Scientology speedrun. Photograph: Robyn Wuth/AAPBrisbaneBrisbane teenager accused of using a police car as a BMX ramp in viral stunt at Scientology churchZeppelin Witheridge charged with public nuisance over ‘Scientology speedrun’ social media trend Australian Associated PressFri 29 May 2026 04.41 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA social media stunt that treats churches like video games has gone from TikTok to the dock, landing an alleged teenage “speedrunner” in court.Zeppelin Witheridge, 18, has been accused of using a police car as a BMX ramp…
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