New York Chiropractor and Wife Face Horrific Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges: A Shocking Community Betrayal

The peaceful community of Kingston, New York has been rocked by disturbing allegations against two respected healthcare providers. John B. Bole, 33, who operated the award-winning Bole Family Chiropractic clinic, and his wife, Danielle Scoffield Bole, also 33, have been indicted on multiple charges related to child sexual abuse material. The case has sent shockwaves through the Hudson Valley region, where the couple was previously known for their family-friendly chiropractic practice.

The Investigation Unfolds

According to Ulster County Assistant District Attorney Jenna Hastings, New York State Police began investigating the couple in 2023 after receiving a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The investigation was triggered when a sexually explicit photo of a girl between 11 and 13 years old was shared on Snapchat, a social media platform known for its “disappearing” message feature.

Investigators traced the suspicious account to Bole’s IP address, demonstrating that digital footprints remain even when users believe their activities have vanished. This initial discovery led authorities deeper into what would become a disturbing case of alleged child exploitation.

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children subsequently flagged another set of images of a young girl, reportedly between 10 and 13 years old, that Bole had allegedly shared on an adult chat website called Flingster. These images were particularly concerning to investigators.

The Florida Connection

In a critical development that linked the couple to the alleged crimes, investigators determined that some of the images were created at an Airbnb in Florida where Bole and his wife had stayed in August 2023. Perhaps most incriminating, Bole even left a review of the property, creating a digital trail that placed them at the location where some of the alleged criminal activity took place.

This decision to conduct alleged illicit activities in another state raises questions about whether the couple intentionally crossed state lines to commit crimes, potentially complicating jurisdictional issues and possibly opening the door to federal charges.

Disturbing Evidence Discovered

Following a search warrant executed in October 2024, investigators made horrifying discoveries on Bole’s phone. According to Hastings, police found more than 1,300 photos and 811 videos allegedly showing child sexual abuse material. The content was reportedly so disturbing that when Hastings began describing it during Bole’s arraignment, Judge Philip W. Kersner cut her off, stating that the court had a “clear idea of the nature of the crime.”

The material allegedly included hundreds of photos showing infants and toddlers, some in bondage, as well as other disturbing imagery. The sheer volume of material discovered—over 2,000 files in total—suggests an extensive collection that had been accumulated over time.

Delayed Arrests Raise Questions

One of the more puzzling aspects of this case is the four-month gap between the execution of the search warrant in October 2024 and Bole’s arraignment. During the court proceeding, Judge Kersner questioned Hastings about this delay, to which she reportedly did not provide a clear answer.

Legal experts have speculated that this delay might indicate coordination between state and federal authorities, suggesting that federal charges could be forthcoming. While the couple currently faces state charges, federal prosecution for similar crimes typically carries much more severe penalties, with potential sentences of up to 20 years per image in federal prison.

Current Charges and Potential Penalties

Both Bole and Scoffield are currently charged with multiple state felonies, including:

• Promoting an obscene sexual performance by a child less than 17
• Possessing an obscene sexual performance by a child less than 16
• Possessing a sexual performance by a child less than 16

Bole faces an additional charge of promoting a sexual performance by a child less than 17.

Under New York State law, these charges are classified as D and E felonies. For first-time offenders, E felonies typically carry sentences of one and a half to four years, while D felonies can result in sentences of two to seven years. There is also the possibility of probation, depending on the circumstances.

However, if federal charges are filed, the couple could face significantly longer sentences, potentially decades in prison given the volume of material allegedly discovered.

Community Impact and Professional Concerns

The Bole Family Chiropractic clinic, once named the top chiropractic practice in the Hudson Valley by Chronogram magazine, stopped seeing patients in October 2024, around the time of Scoffield’s initial arrest. The business is now listed as permanently closed on Google Maps, and its website has been taken down.

Perhaps most disturbing is that the clinic’s Facebook page frequently featured posts encouraging parents to bring children to appointments and promoted chiropractic adjustments for babies. Given the nature of the allegations against the couple, these practices raise serious concerns about potential abuse of their professional positions.

Additionally, social media evidence suggests that Bole and Scoffield have two children of their own, raising questions about the home environment and prompting further investigation by authorities.

Legal Challenges and Defense Strategies

Defending against such serious allegations presents significant challenges. Legal experts note that in cases involving child exploitation material, the most common defense is simply “it wasn’t me.” However, with both spouses charged, this defense becomes more complicated.

One potential strategy might involve one spouse claiming to be a victim of abuse or coercion by the other, essentially attempting to shift blame. However, given the evidence described by prosecutors, including material allegedly created by the couple themselves, such a defense would face considerable scrutiny.

Next Steps in the Legal Process

Following their arraignment, both Bole and Scoffield entered not guilty pleas and were released on $200,000 bond each. While the bond amount might seem low given the severity of the allegations, it reflects the classification of the current charges as non-violent felonies under New York State law.

The case will now proceed through the court system, with pre-trial hearings and potential plea negotiations. Given the disturbing nature of the evidence and the potential for additional charges, legal experts suggest there may be significant incentive on both sides to reach a plea agreement rather than proceed to trial, which would require presenting the disturbing evidence to a jury.

The Dual Life Phenomenon

This case highlights what criminologists often refer to as the “dual life” phenomenon, where individuals maintain seemingly normal or even exemplary public personas while engaging in criminal behavior privately. The contrast between the couple’s respected professional status in the community and the disturbing allegations against them has left many in Kingston struggling to reconcile these two images.

Similar cases have shown that individuals engaged in deeply troubling criminal behavior often successfully compartmentalize their lives, allowing them to function normally in professional and social settings while hiding their illegal activities. This compartmentalization can be so effective that even close family members and colleagues may be completely unaware of the individual’s criminal behavior.

The Broader Context of Child Exploitation Investigations

This case also sheds light on the critical role of organizations like the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children in identifying potential child exploitation. Digital platforms like Snapchat and other social media services have become important partners in detecting and reporting suspicious activity, though challenges remain in catching perpetrators who use encryption, VPNs, and other methods to conceal their activities.

Law enforcement agencies at both state and federal levels have increasingly focused resources on combating child exploitation, particularly online. However, the volume of material being shared globally presents ongoing challenges for investigators and prosecutors.

A Community Left Searching for Answers

As this case proceeds through the legal system, the Kingston community is left grappling with troubling questions about trust, professional ethics, and the hidden dangers that may exist even in seemingly safe spaces. The allegations against Bole and Scoffield have violated not only the law but also the trust placed in healthcare providers who are expected to protect the vulnerable, not exploit them.

For patients who once trusted the couple with their health and the health of their children, the allegations are particularly devastating. Community support resources are likely to be essential as this case continues to unfold, helping those affected process the betrayal of trust and begin healing.

While both defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty, the damage to community trust and the shadow cast over the chiropractic profession in the area may linger long after the legal proceedings conclude.

The case of John B. Bole and Danielle Scoffield Bole serves as a sobering reminder that predatory behavior can lurk behind respected professional facades, and that vigilance in protecting children requires constant attention from law enforcement, digital platforms, and communities alike.