Omaha man found guilty of manslaughter in downtown bar killing

Omaha, Nebraska – A verdict has been reached in the case involving the tragic killing of a 41-year-old man at a downtown bar in Omaha. The court has found Nolan King guilty of manslaughter for his involvement in the incident, which occurred in February 2022.

Authorities have determined that King assaulted Rodney Pettit at the Parliament Pub, leading to severe injuries. Pettit was promptly transported to a hospital; unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries, as confirmed by authorities.

Court documents reveal that in addition to the manslaughter charge, King has also been found guilty of the utilization of a deadly weapon to commit a felony.

Considering the gravity of the offense, King could potentially face a prison sentence of up to 20 years for the charge of manslaughter.