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

Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochran notified county commissioners July 1 that he will retire, just days after his arrest under sexual battery and related charges.

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

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

Former Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochran, charged with multiple crimes including sexual battery and assault on a female, leaves the courtroom following his hearing July 1, 2025.

On Friday, the sheriff of Swain County was arrested and suspended from office.

Swain County Sheriff Curtis Cochran has retired, according to the board of commissioners in Bryson City. It came a week after he was arrested on sexual assault charges.