how do I contact the original owner of an iPad with activation lock?

I have an Apple device from a lost and found bin with an activation lock. The username/email address is obfuscated. Is there some way I can reach out to them letting them know I've found their device?

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Posted on Aug 28, 2021 3:09 PM

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Posted on Aug 28, 2021 6:35 PM

Apple doesn't track who owns what device/computer, so there isn't a way to find out who was the previous owner. Turn it into the local police.

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