Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. announced the resignation of Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Robert Byrd, as he has made the decision to retire, Mr. Byrd will remain as a consultant for the Company. The Company has named Mr. Cesar Maldonado as its Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Maldonado has more than 30 years' experience in the industry, and has been with the Company for the last three months.

Previously, Mr. Maldonado worked for First Majestic Silver Corp. and Minera Frisco, S.A. de C.V.