Court Hears Details of Fatal Crash That Killed Teen Footballer Nick Campo

The 17-year-old driver, under the influence of cocaine, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and awaits sentencing for the high-speed crash involving a dangerously modified vehicle.

• Nick Campo, 18, died in July 2024 when a dangerously modified Toyota Hilux, driven by a 17-year-old P-plater, crashed at high speed.
• The driver was under the influence of cocaine, benzodiazepines, and THC and was speeding to reach a nightclub before a perceived lockout time.
• The vehicle's modifications, including an unbolted, backward-facing passenger seat, prevented proper seatbelt use and contributed to the severity of the crash.
• The court heard evidence of reckless driving, including speeds of up to 133 km/h in a 70 km/h zone and running at least one red light before the vehicle rolled and collided with another car.
• Nick Campo's father continues to advocate for stricter passenger limits for P-platers, as public concern over young driver safety grows.

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