He refused to believe it until he was permitted to see proof in the form of Shi's body. Not long after, he attempted suicide while in prison but was unsuccessful. In 1986, after a two-day trial, Boursicot and Shi were convicted of spying against the French government.
He remained skeptical until he saw evidence of Shi's demise. He later attempted suicide while imprisoned but was unsuccessful.  In 1986, following a brief trial, Boursicot and Shi were convicted of spying for the French government.