Overview

• Johnny Gray, 60, died when his 1956 Chevrolet collided head-on with a Ford Ranger just after 8pm Wednesday on a Mitchell Freeway off‑ramp near Butler Boulevard in Nowergup.
• WA Police Major Crash detectives are investigating how Gray came to be on the wrong side where he met oncoming traffic, with the focus on the nearby freeway access layout.
• Police Minister Reece Whitby called the death a shocking tragedy and said Main Roads WA will conduct its own investigation alongside the police inquiry.
• Residents and witnesses describe confusing signage and a problematic Romeo Road connection to the freeway, with locals calling for clearer guidance to prevent wrong turns.
• Gray’s wife issued a public tribute and a GoFundMe was launched for the family, while reports differ on the Ford driver’s condition after he was taken to Royal Perth Hospital.