Mark Benjamin “Ben” Ignatowicz chaired the York County Republicans in South Carolina. He spanked a child to the extent there was bruising that led someone to contact the York County Sheriff’s Office. As a fellow Republican, the Sheriff was concerned about the perception of bias so he called in state law enforcement. When he was shown photos of the bruising, Ignatowicz agreed that it was excessive. He claimed he was “having a day” and was frustrated. He was charged with Unlawful Neglect of a Child or Helpless Person.
- South Carolina Law Enforcement Division: Press Release May 2, 2022
- WIS10 News: Chairman of York Co. Republicans arrested on neglect charges for alleged abuse of child
- CN2: BREAKING: GOP Chair says he was “having a day” when he spanked a child, authorities say to excess.
Columbia, South Carolina · Tuesday, May 03, 2022