Learner driver caught hooning, drink driving in Burnie

A learner driver has had his vehicle clamped after he was caught hooning and drink driving in Burnie overnight.

The 21-year-old Ulverstone man was detected on Wilson Street about 2am Thursday.

He returned a blood alcohol reading of 0.019 –  learner drivers have a zero blood alcohol limit.

He has been charged with hooning-related offences, drink driving, and driving without being accompanied by a supervisor.

His licence was disqualified for six months, and his vehicle has been clamped for 28 days.

He was bailed to appear in the Burnie Magistrates Court at a later date.