9. The exit strategy

A new witness comes forward with important new evidence over the fate of Bre-X geologist Michael de Guzman. The investigation takes a dramatic turn. Could Suzanne finally be close to finding out what really happened? Did de Guzman take his own life to free himself of the scam, was he murdered or did he hatch an elaborate escape?

Since this episode was recorded, John McBeth has sadly passed away. We are very grateful for his contribution to this story.

Please note, this episode contains difficult subject matter, including references to suicide and death. It includes some graphic content.

The Six Billion Dollar Gold Scam was first published in May 2024.

The Six Billion Dollar Gold Scam is made by BBC Scotland Productions for the BBC World Service and CBC

Presenter: Suzanne Wilton

Lead Producer: Kate Bissell

Producers: Anna Miles and Mark Rickards

Research: Tom Hinckley

Story consultant: Jack Kibble-White

Music and Sound design: Hannis Brown

Additional Sound Design + Audio Mix: Joel Cox

Executive Editor: Heather Kane-Darling

CBC Senior Producers: Veronica Simmonds and Willow Smith

CBC Executive Producers: Chris Oke and Cesil Fernandes

BBC Commissioning Senior Producer: Anne Dixey

BBC Commissioning Editor: Jon Manel