The Swain County sheriff notified county commissioners July 1 that he will retire immediately, as police continue to ...

The longtime sheriff of a western North Carolina county who was suspended following allegations of sexual misconduct has ...

A Swain County judge issued more restrictions for suspended Sheriff Curtis Cochran, who appeared in court on several charges ...

Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochran, who was suspended from his duties following his arrest on felonious sexual charges, has ...

Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochran retired July 1, following his recent suspension from office and arrest under multiple charges, including felonious restraint and sexual battery.

State and local law enforcement arrested Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochran June 27 under four state charges, leading to his suspension from office, the district attorney's office announced.