how do i wipe an iPhone without the password

Of course you can! All you have to do is plug your phone into a computer and go onto iTunes. Then reset the phone. Let me know if this was helpful. Good luck!

Unfortunately, the phone appears to be activation locked. There is no way to bypass activation lock, none.

No, Apple will not assist you. There is no workaround

for the security features of Activation Lock.

Return the iPhone to the seller for a refund if possible.