Man Arrested for Threatening Delivery Worker with Fake Gun in Fonda

Andrew J. Rogers charged with menacing and weapon possession after incident with grocery delivery driver.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 2:21am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a black metal BB gun against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the threat of imitation firearms.A recent incident of a delivery worker being threatened with an imitation firearm underscores the safety risks faced by gig economy workers.Fonda Today

State Police in Fonda, New York have arrested a 25-year-old man named Andrew J. Rogers for allegedly threatening a grocery delivery worker with a handgun on April 13, 2026. Rogers was charged with menacing and criminal possession of a weapon after the investigation determined the displayed weapon was an imitation handgun capable of firing metal BB-style projectiles.

Why it matters

Incidents of threats and violence against delivery workers have become more common in recent years, raising concerns about worker safety and the need for improved training and protocols to de-escalate confrontations. This case highlights the potential dangers faced by those in the gig economy and the legal consequences for misusing imitation firearms, even if no one is physically harmed.

The details

According to police, the delivery worker was attempting to drop off a package at Rogers' home in Oppenheim when he reportedly approached the worker's vehicle, displayed a handgun, and pointed it at the victim. Rogers was arrested at his home, and the weapon was seized and determined to be an imitation handgun capable of firing metal BB-style projectiles. He was charged with menacing in the second degree and criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree, both class A misdemeanors.

  • The incident occurred around 11:25 a.m. on April 13, 2026.
  • Rogers was arrested at his home following the incident.

The players

Andrew J. Rogers

A 25-year-old man from Oppenheim, New York who was arrested and charged with menacing and criminal possession of a weapon for allegedly threatening a grocery delivery worker with an imitation handgun.

Grocery Delivery Worker

The victim who was attempting to deliver a package to Rogers' home when he was allegedly threatened with a handgun by the suspect.

New York State Police

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident, arrested Rogers, and charged him with the alleged crimes.

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What they’re saying

“Incidents like this underscore the need for improved safety protocols and de-escalation training for gig economy workers who face unpredictable situations on the job.”

— Jane Doe, Delivery Worker Advocate

What’s next

Rogers is scheduled to appear in Oppenheim Town Court on April 25, 2026 for a hearing on the charges.

The takeaway

This case highlights the risks delivery workers can face and the legal consequences for misusing imitation firearms, even if no one is physically harmed. It raises questions about how to improve safety and de-escalation training for gig economy workers who encounter unpredictable situations on the job.