https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/priest-dies-after-crucifix-falls-on-him-during-mass-livestreamContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/priest-dies-after-crucifix-falls-on-him-during-mass-livestreamhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/priest-dies-after-crucifix-falls-on-him-during-mass-livestream#u143369Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:25:37 +0000Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari died when a large crucifix collapsed and struck him during a livestreamed Mass in Guayaquil, Ecuador. The fatal accident occurred at the Church of Perpetual Relief while the priest was addressing the congregation. Authorities have not yet determined why the heavy statue detached from the church wall. The incident has left worshippers in shock and prompted widespread grief, drawing international attention after video of the live broadcast circulated widely.Why it mattersThe fatal accident took place inside the Church of Perpetual Relief in Guayaquil duri