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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: Catholic priest Patricio Sánchez stole $2 million in church donations before he was killed by a falling crucifix during Mass.
Rating: FALSE
Explanation: Sánchez’s death was real, but there is no credible evidence that he stole $2 million in church funds. The Archdiocese of Guayaquil said it had received no accusations or complaints of financial mismanagement involving Sánchez or his parish.
Date: 10/28/2026
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Last Updated on October 28, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check