The regional service for combating organized crime in Constantine has successfully dismantled two criminal rings specializing in the smuggling of silver mercury. The operation resulted in the arrest of nine suspects and the seizure of over 176 kilograms of the restricted substance. The first raid led to the detention of seven individuals and the recovery of 110.50 kg of mercury, along with a vehicle and illicit proceeds. A subsequent operation resulted in the arrest of two more suspects and the seizure of an additional 65.85 kg. Following investigations overseen by the local public prosecutor, the detainees were brought before the court of Azzaba.