Got it. So the OP did not sent back the fund even did not sent you the account details what he was talking about. It’s clear that you always went upfront but the OP cheat you.
This is actually a good lesson for you. You are looking for a low price and scammer is taking this room to cheat you.
Don’t make deal without using escrow.
I am going to tag OP until he come back with the proof of that you did not pay him.