Scorpio Mining Corporation announced the resignation of Mr. Thomas (Tom) McGrail from the position of Chief Operating Officer, effective November 1, 2013. Mr. McGrail, who was based in Cosalá, Mexico, has tendered his resignation in order to attend to pressing family matters which will require more of his time to be spent at home with his family. The Board of Scorpio Mining has invited, and Mr. McGrail has agreed to join the Board as a Director.

His expertise and first-hand knowledge of the Company's operations in Mexico will thus continue to be utilized by the company. This new role will commence November 1, 2013.