A PARKING meter on Queens Drive was damaged by a firework being placed into the machine. The incident took place overnight on Sunday, August 23. The parking meter was valued between �600 and �700 with costs incurred to fix the damage. PCSO Nikki Payne sai

A PARKING meter on Queens Drive was damaged by a firework being placed into the machine.

The incident took place overnight on Sunday, August 23. The parking meter was valued between �600 and �700 with costs incurred to fix the damage.

PCSO Nikki Payne said: "This was not only reckless but also very dangerous."

Anybody who has any information are asked to contact Devon and Cornwall police on 08452 777444, quoting crime reference number KE/09/2516.