On Saturday in Guayaquil, Ecuador, Catholic priest Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari died after a large wooden crucifix unexpectedly fell on him during a church service. The fatal accident occurred inside the church while the Mass was simultaneously being broadcast live to online viewers.
The incident unfolded directly in front of congregants attending the service in person as well as those watching the live stream. The sudden structural failure resulted in the immediate death of the officiating priest during the liturgical celebration.
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