Authorities Raid L.A. Home of 7M TikTok Pastor

Federal and local law enforcement conducted a raid early Friday morning at a Tujunga, California home linked to Robert Shinn, pastor of Shekinah Church and founder of 7M Films, as part of an investigation into alleged sex trafficking, tax evasion, mail fraud, money laundering, and COVID-19 pandemic-related fraud. The operation, involving agencies such as the FBI and El Monte Police, resulted in at least six people, including an elderly woman, being detained in handcuffs, though authorities have not confirmed any arrests. The residence is associated with Shekinah Church and 7M Films, which manages social media influencers and is central to the Netflix docuseries 'Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult.' The series has spotlighted allegations of sexual, emotional, and financial abuse, labor exploitation, and cult-like manipulation within the group. Several former members have accused Shinn of misconduct, which he denies. The investigation by federal and local authorities remains ongoing.