Amberwarskow Said:
"Ipad: Recently bought a used iPad from someone and it has an Activation Lock on it requiring the previous owners email and password, or the passcode previously used to unlock the iPad. I am not able to reach the previous owners so is there a way I can get past the Activation Lock?"
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Request a Refund:
Seems you've been scammed, though a full assumption on my part. So, ask this person for a refund. This is the site they should have used: What to do Before you Sell, Give Away, or Trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
Learn form This:
Next time you go about purchasing a device from someone, request that they let you log into your own iCloud account on it, prior to handing over the money. If they decide to disabled by those sules you've set forth, then do not proceed with the transaction.