I found an iPod can’t help unlock

Further details: Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201365

I’m sorry no. That’s the activation lock and it’s meant to be theft deterrent/safety measure so there is no user work around.

Turn it into the police, run an ad, do something to get it back to its original owner...or recycle it responsibly.