The New York State Police in Painted Post announce the arrest of a Campbell man following an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving a child under the age of 11.

Police say that on May 6, 2026, State Police in Painted Post received a report alleging that 37-year-old David J. Brooker, of Campbell, NY, had inappropriate sexual contact with a juvenile victim. As a result of the investigation, Brooker was arrested on May 7, 2026, and charged with:

• Sexual Abuse 1st degree (D Felony)
• Endangering the Welfare of a Child (A Misdemeanor)

The investigation determined that the incidents occurred in the town of Campbell, Steuben County.

Brooker was processed at SP Painted Post and transported to the Steuben County Jail pending arraignment. Orders of Protection were requested on behalf of the juvenile victim. The New York State Police were assisted by Steuben County Child Protective Services and the Child Advocacy Center.

This investigation remains ongoing.

Is there something in the drinking water. There seems to be so much of this crap happening by these perverts.

3 hours ago, Ann said:

Is there something in the drinking water. There seems to be so much of this crap happening by these perverts.

Steuben and Bradford county most of the time.

I hate to be too cynical, but I can’t help but worry that it’s possible Chemung County has as much of this as Steuben and Bradford Counties.....and we only see more reports from those places because they’re doing a better job of investigating and prosecuting.