Algiers security forces have apprehended two individuals suspected of swindling citizens through a fake Hajj and Umrah visa scheme. The suspects, who operated a travel agency, falsely promised victims special courtesy visas in return for large sums of money. According to official reports, 64 victims were defrauded of a total amount exceeding 11.3 billion centimes. Following an investigation by the anti-major crime unit in El Biar, the suspects were taken into custody and presented before the public prosecutor at the Bir Mourad Raïs court.