South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has opened an active investigation into Town of Duncan councilman Gregory Rensberger following serious allegations of physical and sexual abuse involving a minor. The investigation was requested by the Duncan Police Department on September 8, after the department determined a conflict of interest made it unable to proceed on its own.

Police Department Requests State Assistance

Police Chief Benjamin Cox said he was first notified of “possible criminal allegations” on September 7. He met with the complainant the next day and concluded that a criminal investigation was necessary. Because a sitting council member was implicated, Cox immediately contacted SLED, stating, “I appreciate the continuous partnership that SLED provides not only with the Duncan Police Department, but agencies across the state.”

Councilman’s Public Profile

Rensberger’s campaign website describes him as “dedicated to God” and a “faithful” church member, emphasizing his role as a youth mentor. The site also lists him as head coach for the Spartanburg District Five Youth Sports Organization (D5Rebels) and includes photos of him in a D5 Rebels jersey with children at a water park. According to his LinkedIn profile, he has served on the Duncan Town Council since 2017 and remains a sitting member as of this publication.

SLED’s Statement

SLED released a brief statement confirming that its investigation is “active and ongoing at this time.” The agency did not provide further details, citing the sensitivity of the matter and the need to protect the integrity of the investigation.

Context of Prior SLED Involvement in Duncan

Earlier this year, Duncan’s town administrator and event coordinator – a married couple – were dismissed after a physical altercation between them prompted a separate SLED investigation. That case underscores the town’s reliance on state-level law‑enforcement assistance when local conflicts arise.

What This Means for the Community

The investigation highlights the importance of transparent governance and the need for local officials to be held accountable, especially when allegations involve vulnerable children. Residents of Duncan and Spartanburg County are urged to stay informed as the case develops and to cooperate with any official inquiries.

Next Steps

SLED will continue its inquiry, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses. No charges have been filed at this time, and Rensberger has not publicly responded to the allegations. The Duncan Police Department will remain in a supportive role, deferring to SLED’s jurisdiction while ensuring community safety.

Original reporting: FITSNews — read the source article.