Undercover in Nederland – Season 23
Episodes
Heartless thief Patrick C.
A very emotional episode featuring the unmasking of the heartless thief Patrick C. He rented a camper from the couple Jan and the terminally ill Joann, but never returns it. In fact, he resells the camper multiple times, claiming even more victims in the process. This Patrick also appears to be stealing cars on a continuous basis. Alberto and his team track him down and record his modus operandi with hidden cameras. Emotions run very high during the confrontation.
Professional liar and con artist Diederik H.
Attention is drawn to the bizarre story of a so-called fighter pilot. The con artist claims numerous victims with his lies and deceit. Alberto and his team manage to track down the fantasist. While his victims wait in vain for their money, the con artist himself leads a life of luxury. Alberto seeks him out for the confrontation. Will this so-called fighter pilot continue to lie, or will the con artist finally drop his mask?
Unscrupulous Landlords
The Netherlands is currently facing a shortage of approximately 400,000 homes. This scarcity places many home seekers in vulnerable positions, making them susceptible to exploitation by unscrupulous landlords. Some of these landlords abuse the situation by offering living space in exchange for sexual acts. Alberto and his team investigate this disturbing practice and capture revealing evidence in the process. Once the file is complete, Alberto confronts several people involved. However, one of these confrontations takes an unexpected turn that painfully exposes the gravity and complexity of the problem.
Stefan P. and Jort van W. from Funcaps - Part 1
In this episode about the infamous medicine website Funcaps, Alberto and his team, armed with a hidden camera, focus on the traders who offer drugs and illegal medicines on the street. The investigation takes on a personal and poignant dimension when a mother, who lost her son to substances from Funcaps, decides to confront one of these illegal street dealers together with Alberto. What follows is a particularly intense and emotional encounter, which not only exposes the harsh reality of the illegal trade, but also the deep personal consequences that these practices cause.
Funcaps - Part 2
In this follow-up to the investigation into the notorious drug website Funcaps, Alberto and his team focus this time on the street trade in drugs and illegal medicines. Using a hidden camera, they document the practices of dealers selling dangerous substances. The story takes on an extra poignant charge when a mother, who lost her son to drugs sourced from Funcaps, decides to accompany Alberto to a direct confrontation with one of these illegal street dealers. What follows is a remarkable and emotional moment that grippingly exposes the harsh reality of this trade.
Debt collector Dennis P.
The owner of a debt collection agency turns out to be involved in fraudulent practices himself. Clients pay him for collection work that he never performs. Although he sometimes actually collects money from debtors, it is often not transferred to the rightful owners. What follows is a lengthy and intriguing search for the whereabouts of this notorious ‘debt collector’. Eventually, the trail leads to a confrontation, where Alberto goes to seek redress together with one of the defrauded clients.
Con artist Lambert B.
Alberto and his team conduct a thorough investigation into a man who buys properties but never pays for them. Additionally, he rents properties without paying rent and manages to string together new victims one after another. Although he has been convicted before, the con artist shows no sign of improvement. The editorial team pulls out all the stops to track down this fraudster and eventually confronts him. It is abundantly clear, even to a layperson, that the con artist is anything but happy when Alberto suddenly stands right in front of him.
Con artist Jeffrey K.
Alberto reveals the true identity of a man accused by multiple victims of embezzlement, stalking, and theft, among other things. Furthermore, Alberto and his team's thorough investigation reveals that this criminal is involved in the trade of illegal cigarettes. Ultimately, Alberto manages to catch him red-handed, after which he confronts the perpetrator directly.
Simon V. mass donor
Using hidden cameras, Alberto and his team capture evidence against Simon V., a mass donor. Unfortunately, individuals who donate on a large scale, disregarding the significant risks their actions entail, still operate within the dark network of illegal practices. These mass donors deliberately ignore the dangers to the health and safety of others, making their actions not only unethical but also potentially life-threatening. Capturing such evidence is therefore crucial to expose and combat these practices.
Ruthless charlatan Jean-Philippe H.
With his seemingly irresistible charm, wealth, and success, Jean-Philippe H. effortlessly paints a flawless picture of himself when new victims meet him. Behind this facade, however, lurks a ruthless deceiver who lacks any moral compass and ensnares his victims in a web of carefully constructed and endless lies. His sophisticated approach makes him a dangerous manipulator, who cunningly wins the trust of those around him only to subsequently exploit their gullibility.
Illegal prohibited vapes
Alberto Stegeman and his team delve into the illegal trade in banned vapes. Despite repeated warnings from the government regarding the serious health risks, this trade continues to flourish unabated. Hidden cameras capture how sellers operate irresponsibly and the far-reaching consequences this can have. Alberto speaks with victims and experts, confronts an illegal dealer, and observes up close how the police intervene to put a stop to these practices.
Fake Model Scout Dogukan B.
It turns out that Dogukan B. the unscrupulous model scout previously exposed and subsequently convicted following an investigation by the program has continued his activities. Led by investigative journalist Alberto Stegeman, the team investigates new instances of misconduct, gathering further evidence to bring his practices to light. Ultimately, Dogukan is confronted with the findings, once again revealing the severity and scope of his actions.