Former Restored Church of God members claim it's a cult in Wadsworth
High-control groups, or cults, are defined in part by members being prevented from making their own choices without even realizing it.
While the exact number isn't known, experts estimate there are thousands of cults operating in the United States today. Typical red flags include leaders exerting influence and control over the actions of their followers through both explicit and unstated but understood rules and social norms that come with consequences if they're not followed.
In Medina County, former members of the Restored Church of God in Wadsworth say they've escaped a cult led by founder…
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