Federal Shock in Redlands (92374) : Feds Raid Home Tied to Pastor from Netflix’s Dancing for the Devil – LIVE DEVELOPMENTS

Redlands (92374) – A quiet Southern California neighborhood was thrown into chaos Tuesday morning as federal agents executed a search warrant at a home allegedly linked to Pastor Robert Shinn, the controversial leader of Shekinah Church and a central figure in Netflix’s explosive docuseries Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult. The raid took place in Redlands, where neighbors reported seeing FBI agents in tactical gear entering the property around 7:00 a.m.

Shinn and his church have been the subject of intense public scrutiny since the docuseries aired in May, exposing allegations of coercion, financial manipulation, and isolation tactics used against young social media influencers under the guise of religious mentorship. While the exact nature of the raid remains under seal, federal sources confirm the investigation is tied to alleged financial crimes, human trafficking, and abuse of labor laws involving members of 7M Films—a management company closely associated with Shekinah Church.

Several alleged victims, including former TikTok stars, have already filed civil suits accusing Shinn and his associates of fraud and psychological manipulation. Today’s raid could signal the beginning of formal criminal proceedings, marking a dramatic escalation in the long-simmering case.

Key Facts

• BREAKING: Feds raid home tied to Pastor Robert Shinn, subject of Netflix’s 7M TikTok Cult

• IMPACT: Dozens of former church members may be affected by unfolding federal charges

• OFFICIAL SOURCE: “This action stems from ongoing allegations of financial exploitation” – DOJ spokesperson

• ACTION: Victims or witnesses urged to contact FBI tip line with relevant information

Hyperlocal Impact

1. Precise Location:
   Redlands (92374) – Hillside Avenue near East Highland Avenue, just east of Sylvan Park

2. Community Connection:
   “It looked like a scene from a movie—agents swarmed in, no warning at all.”
   – Tom Ellis, local resident who lives across the street from the raided home

Exclusive Angle

• WHY THIS MATTERS NOW:
  This is the first law enforcement action since the docuseries went viral, thrusting Robert Shinn and the Shekinah Church into the national spotlight. With over 50 million views, the Netflix series ignited public outrage and prompted new whistleblowers to come forward with detailed claims of manipulation, unpaid labor, and spiritual abuse.

Update Log

• 4:30 PM: Federal agents confirm seizure of digital evidence and financial records

• 2:45 PM: Netflix producers release statement supporting law enforcement actions

•  7:15 AM: Raid begins at Redlands home linked to Robert Shinn