Uwe Hermanni
Reported Scammer
Scammer Details
Date of Incident: 2024-12-09
Amount Lost: 1980
Scam Category: Listing Scams
Associated Email: e.hermanni.uwe@gmail.com 1 report
Platform Used: Immonet and Immowelt
Bank Details/BTC Wallet: Bank Name: BANCO DE SABADELL, S.A. IBAN: ES82 0081 2713 5500 2125 4445 Swift: BSABESBBXXX Bank Address: DE SANT ROC 20 8201 SABADELL
Scammer's Location: Germnay & Spain
Target Country: Germany
Verification Status: Unverified
Scam Description
Scammer posed as a landlord through fake links, asking for payments but disappeared afterward.
Additional Report (2024-11-12 20:26:14):
Listed an appartment in Immoscout24 in Hamburg, deleted the advertisement and contacted me with his email address. Then he wanted me to give him money for the appartment in advance before meeting up. His excuse was “I am a helicopter pilot in Spain and I need to make time for the meetup, so I need something to make sure you really show up”
Additional Report (2024-11-20 22:55:33):
Bietet Wohnungen an, die es nicht gibt
Additional Report (2024-11-27 18:23:45):
He had a listing for an apartment in Mainz, Germany. Via E-Mail he claimed he was currently living and working as a helicopter pilot in Spain and wanted the security deposit and first months rent (2150,00 €) before coming to Germany for all formalities and key exchange.
At the start of our conversation via e-mail he already had deleted the listing on Immowelt.
Additional Report (2024-12-18 22:36:03):
At first I looked at the house through
immowelt.de and he said that he was the landlord and that he was abroad and had to go on vacation to do all the procedures for the house contract. He also said that there are cases where people who seemed almost like they would sign a contract before don’t.
The name and email he used was Uwe Hermanni .
So he suggested that I book and pay through booking.com in case of such a case. Then he said that when the contract is completed, the money will go to him and if it is canceled, it will be refunded to me.
I made the reservation through the link he sent me. The payment account appeared to be a personal account and it was not a German account but a Spanish account starting with ES. However, since I don’t know the local situation in Germany, I thought Germany might be a little different, so I sent 700 euros for monthly rent and 1500 euros as a deposit, a total of 2200 euros. That was on August 23rd.
Then, I set the check-in date as August 30th and made an appointment for 3pm that day. But he didn’t show up at that time.
The link site he sent also disappeared after the check-in time, and it was connected to the main page of Booking.com.I asked him to refund my money but he didn’t respond.
Additional Report (2024-12-22 09:43:47):
As many reported before I was also scammed by a person calling himself “Uwe Hermanni” a helicopter pilot based in Spain. He listed a beautiful Appartement in Freising (Germany) via the well known property platforms “Immowelt” and “Immonet”. He proposed to use booking.com to make a safe pre payment – so i was supposed to transfer money via “booking.com – if I would move in this would be a deposit and the first monthly payment – if I drcide not to move in I will get the money back. We were supposed to meet to see the place – he never showed up and I met the real house owners who are not at all linked to that person and not renting out a place. PLEASE PLEASE be aware of this person and never transfer money in advance. To the others who have been scammed by him: Did you report him to the police? And did you get any money back?
I’m deeply sorry to hear about your experience with the scammer, Uwe Hermanni. Falling victim to a scam, whether involving a "Uwe Hermanni Wohnung" listing or the "Uwe Hermanni Wohnung Betrugsmasche," can be both emotionally and financially devastating. However, it’s important to know you’re not alone, and there are steps you can take to address the situation.
1. Report the Scam to Authorities
Start by filing a formal report with the police in Germany. This will create an official record of the incident and may help recover your funds or prevent further scams. Be sure to include all communications, any deleted listings, and payment details. If the scam involved false claims tied to Uwe Hermanni as a "Pilot" or "Hubschrauberpilot," this information could be critical in investigations.
2. Notify Immowelt and Immoscout24
Contact the platforms where the fraudulent listings appeared, such as Immowelt or Immoscout24. Provide them with detailed evidence, including emails and screenshots, to help their teams investigate. Reporting these scams helps prevent others from being targeted by schemes like the one connected to "Uwe Hermanni Helikopter" or other similar fraudulent activities.
3. Secure Your Finances
If you shared your banking information, notify your bank immediately and keep a close watch on your accounts for suspicious activity. Depending on your payment method, you may be able to initiate a chargeback or dispute to recover your funds.
4. Use CredCheck Tools for Future Transactions
Protect yourself in the future by using tools like CredCheck from ScamCheckup. Features like email analysis can identify phishing attempts, while reverse image search and image manipulation detection tools can verify the legitimacy of listings. This is especially useful in avoiding scams involving reused or altered photos, which are common in cases linked to "Uwe Hermanni Betrug."
5. Seek Emotional Support
Falling victim to a scam can feel overwhelming, but it’s crucial to remember that it’s not your fault. Share your experience with trusted friends, family, or support groups to help process the situation. Talking about your encounter with scams tied to "Uwe Hermanni" can also raise awareness and protect others from similar distress.
By taking these steps, you can work toward resolving the issue and safeguarding yourself and others from potential scams in the future.
1. Watch for Common Scammer Tactics:
Uwe Hermanni's approach involved posting fake listings, deleting them, and transitioning to email communication. This is a hallmark of listing scams. Always be cautious when a landlord removes a listing after initial contact. It’s a red flag indicating an attempt to avoid platform scrutiny.
2. Validate Listings and Landlords Before Any Payment:
- Cross-Check the Listing: If the ad disappears, search for similar images online using CredCheck’s reverse image search. Often, scammers reuse photos from legitimate ads.
- Request Identification: Ask the landlord for proof of ownership or identity, such as an ID and property documents. Verify these documents with local property registries if possible.
- Use Secure Payment Methods: Never send money upfront, especially via untraceable means like wire transfers or gift cards. Legitimate landlords typically accept payment during or after a formal meeting and contract signing.
3. Helicopter Pilot Excuse:
Scammers frequently concoct elaborate stories to justify why they cannot meet in person, as seen here with the “helicopter pilot in Spain” narrative. Treat such explanations as suspicious. Genuine landlords or property managers usually operate locally or have representatives to handle transactions.
4. Platforms and Tools Are Your Allies:
Immowelt and Immoscout24 have measures to detect fraud, but they aren’t foolproof. Tools like CredCheck can provide an extra layer of security. For example, you could analyze Uwe Hermanni’s email address for suspicious activity or detect inconsistencies in the property photos.
5. Advocate for Awareness:
Consider sharing your experience publicly (e.g., forums or social media) to warn others. Scammers thrive in secrecy, but shining a light on their tactics can deter them and empower others to avoid similar traps.
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