Church Studying Autopsy of Late Catholic Priest

Benin — THE remains of the Parish priest of St. Thomas Moore Catholic Church, Sobe, Owan West Local Government Area, Edo State, Rev. Father Peter Ayala, were laid to rest Wednesday, at Ivianopodi, near Agenebode

Bishop of the Auchi Diocese, Bishop Gabriel Dunia, who led the funeral service, said that the church was studying the report of the autopsy to ascertain cause of death.

The 46 year-old priest was found dead in his room penultimate Sunday, and there were indications that he might have been killed.

His death shocked the parishioners because the deceased was being awaited to come and say the Sunday Mass, when the news of his death was announced.
BY SIMON EBEGBULEM