Authorities have released new information about Micah Miller’s death.
Miller’s death gained national attention last week when John Paul Miller, a pastor in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, announced Miller’s sudden death after giving his regular sermon at his church. John Paul claimed that his 30-year-old wife had committed suicide the day before.
But Micah’s family and friends took a hard look at Miller’s story.
They say Micah was being abused and was in the process of divorcing John Paul. Public records confirmed that Micah began divorce proceedings for her last year.Horry County Police then Confirmed Micah filed two police reports in March alleging that she had been the victim of “strange activity” in which her tires were slashed, a tracking device was placed on her car, and people were following and surveilling her. was submitted.
These police reports redact the suspect’s name, but confirm that Micah told officers that he “feared for his life.”
But on Monday, Robeson County Coroner Dr. Richard Johnson ruled that Micah died by suicide.
“Judging by the nature of the wound, it is consistent with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, and it was not in the back of the head as has been speculated,” Johnson said. Said.
Tuesday, Robeson County Sheriff’s Office. Additional details published About the events leading up to Micah’s death.
Investigators say Micah bought a handgun at a pawn shop in Myrtle Beach on Saturday, April 27, and then drove to Lumber River State Park in North Carolina. She then called 911 and told her dispatcher of her plans to commit suicide. After she hung up, dispatchers located Micah and dispatched officers to respond. Officers later discovered Micah’s body and the handgun he had purchased earlier that day.
Importantly, investigators have confirmed the whereabouts of John Paul and “a woman with whom he is said to have had a romantic relationship.”
The RCSO explained:
Investigators were able to confirm that both men were not in North Carolina the night before and the day of Miller’s death.
Through interviews, investigators learned that John Paul Miller attended a sports day in Charleston on the day of Micah Miller’s death. On April 27, 2024 at 2:22 p.m., John Miller’s vehicle was observed traveling on Highway 17 Bypass in Horry County. Investigation confirmed that John Miller was accompanying the suspect to and from the event in Charleston, South Carolina.
Still, questions remain after Micah’s sister filed an affidavit in probate court last Thursday.
Sierra Francis told the court that Micah had suffered “abuse and violence” at the hands of John Paul, and detailed the actions John Paul allegedly committed in the months leading up to Micah’s death. .
“My sister felt hopeful about her future after filing for divorce from John Paul,” Frances wrote. “My sister also told me that she was afraid that she would not get the divorce in time and that her life would be taken away from her.My belief, based on my conversations with her, is that she is We believe he told multiple people, including “family members.” “
“Micah has told me many times, ‘If I get shot in the head, it’s not my fault, it’s JP’s fault,'” Francis said.
Despite the suspicious circumstances, Robeson County Sheriff Bernice Wilkins said Tuesday that the evidence of suicide was “very clear and convincing.”
“A number of long-term factors that we considered are likely relevant to the reasons for this investigation, but ultimately, sadly, Micah made a tragic decision that ended her life. ,” he said. Said.
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