HT201441 I Found an iPhone I contacted the previous owner and he said he never owned an iPhone what can I do?

I found an iPhone 5 and is stuck on activation lock I contacted the number of the previous owner and they said they never owned an iPhone I asked them if they know anyone who would a link that phone number and they said no. what can I do to keep this iPhone?

Mike458 wrote:
Gallacci wrote:
Maybe you can restore it with iTunes (you're going to use the DFU mode).
Maybe you can learn about the basics of an issue or feature, such as Activation Lock, before offering advice?
you're right, I'm sorry

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