May 6, 2025

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Incident Overview
A teenage P-plater who admitted to causing a fatal crash that claimed the life of Nick Campo , an aspiring footballer, will be sentenced in June 2025 . The tragic incident occurred on Farrington Road in North Lake , a suburb in Perth’s southern region, in July 2024 .

The crash happened on the night of Nick Campo’s 18th birthday party , when the Toyota Hilux he was traveling in rolled and collided with another vehicle traveling in the opposite direction. Campo tragically died at the scene, while several other teenagers in the car sustained serious injuries.

The now-18-year-old driver, who cannot be named due to being 17 at the time of the offense, pleaded guilty in March 2025 to charges of manslaughter and five counts of dangerous driving . A judge heard evidence over two days (May 5–6, 2025) and will deliver the sentence in June.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: July 2024 (exact date not specified).
  • Location: Farrington Road, North Lake, Perth’s southern suburbs.

Vehicles Involved

  • A **Toyota Hilux**, carrying Nick Campo and several other teenagers, which rolled during the crash.
  • Another vehicle traveling in the opposite direction, which collided with the Toyota Hilux.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • Nick Campo, 18, an aspiring footballer, died at the scene.
  • Serious Injuries:
    • Several other teenagers in the Toyota Hilux sustained serious injuries.

Legal Proceedings

  • The teenage driver, now 18, pleaded guilty in **March 2025** to:
    • Manslaughter.
    • Five counts of dangerous driving.
  • A judge heard evidence over two days (May 5–6, 2025) regarding the circumstances of the crash.
  • Sentencing is scheduled for **June 2025**.

“The P-plate driver, who is now 18 but cannot be named because he was 17 at the time of the offence, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and five dangerous driving charges in March.”
— 7NEWS report

Community Impact
The death of Nick Campo , a promising young footballer who played for the South Fremantle Football Club’s colts side , has deeply affected the Perth community , particularly the sports fraternity. His passing on the night of his 18th birthday has left family, friends, and teammates devastated.

The case has also highlighted the dangers of reckless driving among young drivers, especially those holding provisional licenses. It underscores the importance of road safety awareness and responsible driving practices for teenagers.