Delhi Man Faces Mounting Charges, Including Bribery and Perjury

Defendant accused of sexual crimes against minors, witness tampering, and violating order of protection

Apr. 7, 2026 at 7:34pm

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A 51-year-old Delhi, New York resident named David W. Gensler has been indicted on a total of 22 charges, including new counts of bribery and criminal contempt. Gensler was previously indicted on a range of serious allegations, including the use of a child in a sexual performance, disseminating indecent materials to minors, luring a child, rape, stalking, and perjury.

Why it matters

The escalating charges against Gensler highlight the severity of the alleged crimes and the legal system's efforts to hold him accountable. The case also raises concerns about repeat offenders and the challenges of prosecuting complex cases involving sexual abuse, witness tampering, and violations of court orders.

The details

According to the Delaware County District Attorney's office, Gensler was indicted on two additional counts on April 2, 2026, including bribing a witness and criminal contempt in the second degree. It is alleged that Gensler attempted to pay a witness from a previous indictment not to testify against him in court. Gensler also allegedly violated a criminal order of protection that was in place against him.

  • On October 14, 2025, Gensler was indicted on 4 counts including the use of a child in a sexual performance, disseminating indecent materials to minors, and luring a child.
  • On October 30, 2025, Gensler was indicted on 4 additional counts including rape, stalking, unlawful imprisonment, and sexual abuse.
  • On November 6, 2025, Gensler was indicted on 7 more counts including false reporting, offering a false instrument, tampering with evidence, and criminal conspiracy.
  • On February 19, 2026, Gensler was indicted on 6 more charges including perjury, tampering with evidence, offering a false instrument, false reporting, conspiracy, and aggravated harassment.
  • On April 2, 2026, Gensler was indicted on the 2 new counts of bribery and criminal contempt.

The players

David W. Gensler

A 51-year-old resident of Delhi, New York who has been indicted on a total of 22 charges, including sexual crimes against minors, witness tampering, and violating a court order of protection.

Shawn Smith

The Delaware County District Attorney who announced the latest indictments against Gensler.

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What they’re saying

“Indictments and criminal complaints are merely allegations. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.”

— Shawn Smith, Delaware County District Attorney

What’s next

Gensler will be arraigned on the new charges early next week. The judge will also decide whether to continue holding him without bail based on the previous felony indictments.

The takeaway

This case highlights the challenges of prosecuting complex criminal cases involving allegations of sexual abuse, witness tampering, and violations of court orders. It raises concerns about repeat offenders and the need for the justice system to balance public safety with due process.