Around 3:35am, a grey 2008 model Ford Falcon sedan was travelling north along Marmion Avenue. Near Marina Blvd the Ford struck the man who was standing in the emergency lane. The pedestrian received life threatening injuries and was conveyed by ambulance to the Joondalup Health Campus before being transferred to Royal Perth Hospital where he later died.
The 62 year old male driver of the Ford Falcon was not injured.
Major Crash officers would like to speak anyone who saw the crash, or the pedestrian or Ford Falcon prior to the crash.
Anyone with any information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au