Prelim set for alleged Ishpeming killer

MARQUETTE, MI--   A preliminary hearing is set for an Ishpeming man accused of shooting and killing his roommate after an argument last week. 

Jack Carpenter, 52, allegedly shot David Meyer, 29, with a handgun in a house on North Second Street Friday afternoon.  Officials say Carpenter then threatened a witness to the shooting and prevented the man from leaving the house.  The witness eventually escaped and contacted police.

Carpenter is charged with homicide—open murder, unlawful imprisonment, assault with a dangerous weapon, and a felony firearms charge.  His preliminary exam is scheduled for June 21 in Marquette District Court.