Catholic priest killed by falling cross during livestreamed Mass in Ecuador
October 18, 2026
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A Roman Catholic priest celebrating an evening Mass in southwestern Ecuador has died after a crucifix fell on him during the livestreamed service.
The Archdiocese of Guayaquil, a coastal city 265 kilometres (164 miles) southwest of the capital, Quito, identified the priest as Patricio Sánchez of Perpetuo Socorro Church.
Footage of the service on Saturday night shows a heavy crucifix detaching from the wall above the altar and striking Sánchez on the head as he celebrated Mass.
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