A Catholic priest in Ecuador died after a large crucifix mounted on a church wall fell on him during a livestreamed Mass.
The incident involving Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari occurred on Saturday, Oct 17, at the Perpetuo Socorro Church in Guayaquil.
The crucifix fell from behind the priest and struck him while the service was being broadcast live. The incident shocked churchgoers and members of the public.
The circumstances surrounding the incident have drawn international media attention.
