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Attempted Murder, Heroin Cases Continued to January

The Nome court. Photo: Matthew F. Smith, KNOM file.

Frank Johnson, of Nome, and Frank Lee, of Teller, were separately charged with attempted murder or murder in July. Katherine Olson, of Nome, was charged with possession of heroin in August. All three cases will have further hearings in the coming months.

Two Murder-Related Cases Continued Down the Line at Nome Courthouse

Alaskans awaiting arraignment in Nome's courthouse. Photo: Matthew F. Smith, KNOM file.

Back in July, 38-year-old Frank Johnson of Nome allegedly stabbed a Nome Police officer with a kitchen knife. In a separate case, 43-year-old Frank Lee of Teller allegedly stabbed and killed 31-year-old William A. Johnson of Utqiagvik. Both cases were granted a continuance and will have further hearings in the coming months.