Thousands of pilgrims walked through the night to the Basilica of Our Lady of Lujan in Argentina, weeks before Pope Leo's planned visit in November 2026.
Government spokespeople have not yet responded to every detail in early accounts, and investigators cautioned that initial figures can change as additional witnesses come forward.
Analysts following the international community said the development fits a broader pattern of fast-moving events that require careful verification before policy responses are finalized.