Lock - contact the former owner - activation mission impossible?

Hi Apple community!

I bought an iphone 5 recently, which is locked (bought cheaply but) activation of the former owner. Of course, the person who sold me the unit doesn't have any info on the phone. BUT! I want to get in touch with the previous person to return the unit or get the activation lock removed.

So I called the Apple Support and the representative understood the situation but he couldn't help me. He told me what network it is locked (carrier). After that I contacted the carrier and they said that they are not able to access users account.

To be clear, I did not for all data, I asked Apple and the carrier to contact the owner to inform him I have his camera and if he wants it back because it's useless for me.

Is there a way to get in touch?

Because, if not, can someone explain to me what the purpose of blocking of Activation option? Should ' t that he be that owners get their goods?

I know I'll get answers like "BACKSPACE" and "you should buy this in the first place", but please understand that I'm looking for help and a solution.

Thank you very much!

You could turn the iPhone to the police.  They may seek the rightful owner or have a current report of loss.

In most jurisdictions, property unclaimed within a period of time can be returned to the person who makes it. It would be useless to you, but at least there is a chance, that it is up to the buyer.

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