The medical examiner has determined that Mica Miller, the wife of a pastor in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The investigation into her death continues, but officials have asked the public to refrain from speculation based on incomplete information.
The Robeson County Medical Examiner's Office has concluded that Mica Miller, the wife of a Myrtle Beach pastor, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. This revelation comes as an ongoing investigation seeks to establish the circumstances surrounding her death.
According to Robeson County Medical Examiner Dr. Richard Johnson, the nature of the gunshot wound indicates a self-inflicted injury, contradicting earlier speculations about the location of the wound. The Robeson County Sheriff's Office has acknowledged the medical examiner's findings.
Sheriff Burnis Wilkins has scheduled a meeting with the Miller family to provide further details regarding the investigation. He urged the public to withhold judgments until the full timeline of events is released.
Mica Miller's body was discovered on April 27 in Lumber River State Park, an hour's drive from the couple's home in Myrtle Beach. Her husband, John-Paul Miller, had previously informed their church congregation that his wife had died by suicide due to mental health struggles she had faced for several years.
In the days following her death, new reports have emerged detailing harassment incidents experienced by Mica Miller leading up to the tragedy. According to documents obtained by ABC 15, she reported to police that a razor blade had been placed in her tire, the second such incident within a week.
Miller believed she was being followed or watched and identified a suspect with a history of similar actions against her. The Horry County Sheriff's Office, however, stated that insufficient evidence existed to support these claims.
On the morning of her death, Mica Miller contacted police twice. She reported finding a tracking device on her vehicle and receiving threatening calls and texts from the suspect she had previously identified. Despite an officer's warning to the suspect, she expressed fear for her life.
Since the tragedy, Mica Miller's family and friends have raised questions on social media, using the hashtag "JusticeforMica" to express concerns about potentially false narratives being spread.
Her sister implored individuals not to perpetuate unfounded rumors, emphasizing that Mica was a "God-fearing, joyful, loving woman." Solid Rock Church, where John-Paul Miller served as pastor, has announced his release from ministerial duties for a period of healing and guidance. The church's website has also been suspended.
The Robeson County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate Mica Miller's death. Officials request that the public allow the investigation to proceed without assumptions or premature conclusions. The investigation is expected to provide a comprehensive account of the events leading up to this tragic incident.
