Ecuador Priest Dies After Altar Cross Falls During Live Mass
A Catholic priest in Ecuador died on October 17, 2026, after a large crucifix fell on him during a livestreamed Mass in Guayaquil. The Archdiocese confirmed the death of Father Patricio Alfredo Sanchez Molinari the next day. Video of the incident circulated widely on social media, showing the structural failure during the service. Authorities have not yet released details on the cause of the collapse or potential safety violations.