Trying to register a Used iPhone 4S. The previous owner has removed it from his registered devices but is still assigned to him? Won't let me use my Apple ID

I've just purchased a used iPhone 4S. It's been formatted/restored, but when going through the setup it won't accept my Apple ID because it's still apparently registered to the previous owner. He's removed it from his devices on all fronts iCloud / iTunes etc.
Any reason why its still showing as registered under his ID? Or why it won't accpet mine?
Thanks, any help appreciated. Getting frustrated now. And can't get an appointment at my nearest Apple store before Sunday.

Hi Harrison,
The previous owner needs to follow these steps to turn off Find My iPhone on the device. It is currently Activation Locked:
Find My iPhone Activation Lock: Removing a device from a previous owner’s account
Best of luck,
GB

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