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Father dies struck by cross during Mass
Publication: Observador - Últimas
Author: Sâmia Fiates
Source published: 19/10/2026, 19:30:47 UTC
Briefing created: 20/10/2026, 00:50:08 UTC
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Briefings
A church in Guayaquil collapsed during a mass, striking Padre Patricio Sanchez Molinari on the head. The incident occurred on October 19, 2026, at the Nossa Senhora do Perpeto Socorro church, resulting in the priest's death. The event highlights structural instability in the building during religious services.
Key points
- The church structure collapsed while Padre Patricio Sanchez Molinari was conducting a mass in Guayaquil.
- The collapse struck the priest on the head, leading to his death.
Context
This incident occurred at the Igreja Nossa Senhora do Perpeto Socorro in Guayaquil, Peru, on October 19, 2026. It represents a tragic event where a religious ceremony directly resulted in the death of a priest due to building failure.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single incident report without broader context or additional details about the building's history or safety records.
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