Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana could face a career-ending prison sentence if he violates a new driving ban, a judge warned, after the footballer admitted to dangerous driving in an incident that occurred while he was already serving a prior two-year suspension.
Fofana, 24, confessed his guilt at North East Surrey magistrates’ court to a charge of dangerous driving. The incident took place on April 20 in Hampshire, England.
The offense predates a two-year driving ban imposed on the player in May for eight previous speeding violations.
The dangerous driving involved Fofana speeding in his Lamborghini Urus on the A3 Esher, recklessly overtaking other vehicles in the left lane and then moving imprudently to the right, endangering other motorists. The incident was filmed by another driver.
Judge Julie Cooper directly addressed Fofana, emphasizing the need for him to be “much more responsible for his behavior.”
She highlighted the significant influence Fofana holds over young fans. Cooper cautioned that his reckless actions could be mimicked by those without the financial means for expensive, safe cars or the driving skill to control them, potentially leading to fatal accidents.
Fofana’s lawyer, Imogen Cox, acknowledged the compelling video evidence against her client. Cox stated, “There is no explanation or excuse for his driving that day.”
Cox confirmed Fofana accepted the new sanctions, which include an 18-month driving prohibition. He also received a fine of approximately $9,000 and court costs of about $135.
Fofana accumulated 38 new penalty points on his license, bringing his total to 47. His lawyer stated he voluntarily attended Guildford police station, apologized, and said he had learned a valuable lesson.
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) published footage of the incident.
Chelsea's Wesley Fofana, who is already serving two-year ban for eight previous speeding offences, must now complete 300 hours of community service
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Judge Cooper delivered a stark warning about any future infractions. She told Fofana that any further driving offenses while banned would “almost certainly” result in prison. Such a sentence, she added, would “probably be the end of his career.”