how do you find previous owner

i purchased a iphone was able to login with my apple id. once i updated the phone it requires previous owners information. is there anyway i can get there email to see if they will release the phone

iPhone 13, iOS 15

Posted on Jun 22, 2022 9:32 AM

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KiltedTim

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Jun 22, 2022 9:33 AM in response to sherron3

No. Contact whoever you got it from.

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