Sheriff Swanson is a career police officer with experience spanning nearly three decades. He has served in a variety of positions, including corrections, patrol, narcotics, criminal investigation, death investigation, human trafficking investigation, and command operations.

As Sheriff, Christopher oversees the 5th largest Sheriff’s Office in the State of Michigan. His career has led him to witness some of the most heinous crimes and acts of violence one can imagine. He shares these experiences to audiences across the country to make a positive impact on their lives using lessons from the living and the dead.

Sheriff Swanson attended Mott Community College and holds a Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in Public Administration, both from the University of Michigan.

In 2019 Sheriff Swanson was instrumental in the creation of the Genesee Human Oppression Strike Team (G.H.O.S.T.). In less than four years of work, G.H.O.S.T. has arrested more than 190 predators on charges ranging from human trafficking to criminal sexual conduct. In Michigan alone, Sheriff Swanson has led 6 county wide rescue operations and over 100 statewide undercover operations resulting dozens of additional arrests. These arrests have led to 100% conviction rate and 99% confession rate. G.H.O.S.T. has never lost a criminal trial, hearing, or District Court bind over. G.H.O.S.T. has received national attention for its efforts to combat human trafficking while also ensuring victims are given a voice. That national voice has led to operations in 7 states. National stats show one arrest saves 25 future victims. That alone keeps G.H.O.S.T. going.

Also in 2020, during a time of volatile protest across the Nation in response to the killing of George Floyd, Sheriff Swanson brought protesters and officers in Flint, Michigan together. Those actions led to a viral message of hope for the nation and world. “Sheriff Swanson showed the kind of leadership, courage, and integrity that makes exemplary law enforcement leaders,” stated the National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum.

“They said march with us, so he did”, David Muir – Anchor ABC World News.