On Tuesday, a North Platte man charged with motor vehicle homicide has pleaded guilty in Lincoln County District Court.
Michael Malmkar, 21, of North Platte, withdrew a plea he made previously and plead guilty of two felony charges, motor vehicle homicide and failing to stop & render aid. According to court documents, Malmkar pleaded not guilty to the charges against him in February of 2012.
On June 16th, 2011, Malmkar hit Levern and Roberta Walter while they were riding their bikes. Malmkar left the scene and 58-year-old Levern Walter died from his injuries.
Malmkar faces a maximum of five years in prison and possibly a $10,000 fine when he is sentenced on Monday, February 25th in 2013.