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Carlson Case Continues Toward Trial

A lawsuit over the death of an Interlochen man who died by police sniper back in 2007 continues toward trial in federal District Court. A possible settlement has been rejected, and sealed.

Craig Carlson died after an all-night standoff with police at his home. His family has sued Grand Traverse County, former Sheriff Scott Fewins, and others who were on the scene that night.

Last month, a panel of three Traverse City attorneys evaluated the case, and recommended a dollar amount to settle it. But the county asked the court to seal the outcome, and at least one party in the case has rejected the settlement amount.

Attorneys continue to subpoena witnesses in the case. It's set to go to trial next January.