On November 16, 2024, at 12:38 a.m., HCSO responded to a call about a disturbance near West County Line Road in Zephyrhills. When deputies tried to conduct a traffic stop of the suspect, Troy Cochran, 33, he struck a patrol vehicle and fled the scene. Cochran was stopped by one of our deputies and arrested shortly after.
He has been charged with:
Aggravated Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer with a Deadly Weapon
Felon in Possession Firearm
Felony Fleeing to Elude
DUI 2nd Conviction
“The suspect’s actions show a complete disregard for public safety. He endangered the life of one of our deputies and put everyone on the road at risk,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “We will continue to protect our community from dangerous criminals such as this one. We are grateful that no one was seriously injured.”
