Vancouver-based Vizsla Silver has confirmed that nine of ‌its 10 workers abducted in Concordia, in the ​Mexican state of Sinaloa, ​in late January have been found dead. Bodies of 3 kidnapped employees of Canadian mine identified in MexicoTen employees of Vancouver-based mining company Vizsla Silver Corp. were kidnapped in Mexico in January. At one point, Mexico said it was investigating whether the company itself bore any responsibility (new window) for the kidnapping. Vizsla Silver ​said ⁠it continues to cooperate fully with Mexican authorities in their ongoing investigation. This is a devastating outcome, and our heartfelt condolences are with all the families impacted, said Michael Konnert, President and CEO of Vizsla Silver in the release.

Source: CBC News April 07, 2026 14:44 UTC