Priest is hit by crucifix during mass and dies

In Ecuador, a Catholic priest was killed by a falling crucifix during mass. The large wooden cross with a figure of Jesus hung above the altar in the church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in the city of Guayaquil and fell directly on the priest's head on Saturday evening (local time).

"Father, Father! Call an ambulance!"

When the fatal incident occurred in the South American country, the service was broadcast live on the parish's social networks. In it you can hear those present shouting desperately: "Father, father! Call an ambulance!" Video recordings were then distributed on social media.

The Archdiocese of Guayaquil expressed its solidarity and condolences to the families and the parish. The priest went into his father's house. “Rest in peace,” said a statement without providing any specific information about the circumstances of the death. It was initially unclear what led to the crucifix falling.