Vancouver, B.C. – Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. (TSX.V: SCZ) (the “Company” or “Santacruz”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Wayne Corso to the role of Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Corso holds a B.Sc., Mining Engineering, from the Colorado School of Mines at Golden Colorado, has over 35 years of experience in the industry and will be responsible for overseeing all operational functions of the Company’s mines and exploration projects. The current portfolio includes operations and projects in Mexico and Bolivia.