Authorities in Algiers have arrested two individuals running a travel agency for scamming numerous citizens out of over 11 billion centimes. The suspects falsely claimed they could secure courtesy visas for Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages in exchange for significant payments. Following multiple complaints, the major crime investigation unit identified and apprehended the two suspects. The investigation confirmed that 64 victims were swindled, with the total stolen amount reaching 11.365 billion centimes. The suspects have been presented before the public prosecutor at the Bir Mourad Rais tribunal.