Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochran has officially retired following his recent arrest on multiple felony charges. The Swain County Board of Commissioners made the announcement Thursday, confirming that Cochran’s retirement took effect Tuesday, July 1. Chief Deputy Brian Kirkland will remain in place as acting sheriff until a permanent replacement is appointed. The Board of Commissioners says it will follow North Carolina law in selecting a new s...
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Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochrane has been charged with multiple sex crimes as tribal, NC and federal authorities investigate. Cherokee tribal authority crucial in arrest of Swain County sheriff on sexual assault charges is a story from Carolina Public Press, an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residen...
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