Dia Bras Reports Illegal Demonstration at Yauricocha
TORONTO, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 10/21/11 -- Dia Bras Exploration Inc. (TSX VENTURE: DIB) ('Dia Bras' or the 'Company') reports an illegal demonstration at the Company's Yauricocha property, resulting in a road blockade halting access to trucks carrying concentrates to Lima. Additionally, a small group of demonstrators illegally entered onto the property causing minor damage.
Notwithstanding the illegal demonstration and resulting violence, we have not stopped any of our operations at Yauricocha.
In addition, we have informed the corresponding government authorities of the events that have taken place and expect that the appropriate legal measures be taken to ensure order is re-established. Nevertheless, we continue to foster a dialogue with representatives of the communities from the area with constant mediation from the corresponding government authorities.
About Dia Bras
Dia Bras Exploration Inc. is a Canadian listed mining company focused on precious and base metals in Peru and Mexico. The Company owns and operates the Yauricocha Mine (Ag-Cu-Zn-Pb) in Central Peru and the Bolivar Property (Cu-Zn-Ag) in Chihuahua State, Mexico. Dia Bras is also pursuing the development and exploration of the Cusi Property (Ag) and exploring several base and precious metals targets in Peru and Mexico.
The Company's shares trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol 'DIB'.
Forward-looking Statements
Except for statements of historical fact, all statements in this news release without limitation regarding new projects, acquisitions, future plans and objectives are forward-looking statements which involve risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate; actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
Contacts:
Daniel Tellechea
President & CEO
Bras Exploration Inc.
1 (866) 493-9646
www.diabras.com
