A man has died in the Philippines during an annual Roman Catholic procession in the capital that attracts almost one million devotees.
One dead during Catholic procession in Philippines
Confirming the incident, Manila Vice Mayor, Francisco Moreno, said one volunteer accompanying the statue of the Black Nazarene being paraded in Manila died of a heart attack early Friday
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The procession is a preliminary to a much larger turnout expected during next week's visit by Pope Francis.
Confirming the incident, Manila Vice Mayor, Francisco Moreno, said one volunteer accompanying the statue of the Jesus the Black Nazarene being paraded in Manila died of a heart attack early Friday.
It is said that devotees believe the centuries-old black statue of Jesus Christ carrying a cross is a source of miraculous powers that could cure ailments and provide good health and fortune.
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Police say up to 1 million people have joined or watched the loud procession.
Officials and church leaders expect millions will show up for the papal visit.
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