Taunton Man Banned from Driving After Drink Driving Incident

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A 31-year-old man from Trull in Taunton has been banned from driving for 20 months after being caught driving under the influence of alcohol. Frank Chizengeya, of Honiton Road, appeared in Taunton Magistrates' Court on July 28, where he pleaded guilty to driving with excess alcohol. According to the court, Chizengeya was driving on East Reach in Taunton on July 6, 2025, when he drove the wrong way down a one-way street. A roadside breath test showed that he had 80 micrograms of alcohol in 100ml of breath.

Key Takeaways:

  • Frank Chizengeya, 31, was banned from driving for 20 months after being caught driving under the influence of alcohol in Taunton.
  • Chizengeya pleaded guilty to driving with excess alcohol at Taunton Magistrates' Court on July 28.
  • The court heard that Chizengeya had 80 micrograms of alcohol in 100ml of breath, exceeding the legal limit.
  • Chizengeya's defense claimed that he had only had a few drinks at home after work and had driven the wrong way onto a one-way street due to his Satnav.
  • Chizengeya's landlord provided a character reference, stating that he is a "hardworking individual" and "very polite and respectful."
  • Chizengeya was fined £600, ordered to pay a £240 surcharge, and £85 in costs.

Statistics:

  • Chizengeya had 80 micrograms of alcohol in 100ml of breath.
  • He was banned from driving for 20 months.
  • He was fined £600.
  • He was ordered to pay a £240 surcharge.
  • He was ordered to pay £85 in costs.

Sources:

  • Taunton Times: "Taunton Man Banned from Driving After Drink Driving Incident" (no date provided)