A HOMELESS man has admitted destroying an e-scooter in Teignmouth.

William Hill-Sharpe, aged 19, of no fixed abode, admitted destroying the e-scooter worth £450 belonging to another person.

He also admitted carrying a knife in a public place without good reason or lawful authority.

South and West Devon Magistrates' Court adjourned the case to April 27 for a pre-sentence report to be prepared. Hill-Sharpe was granted conditional bail.