The FBI searched the home of South Carolina pastor John-Paul Miller following the suicide of his wife, Mica Miller, in April. Evidence response teams were seen going inside the home to collect evidence, including removing fingerprints off the doors. John-Paul had left the residence just two minutes prior to the FBI agents arriving and was served at a Starbucks location. He was not allowed to return to his house while they were there and is in custody for questioning. The case received national attention due to the couple’s strained relationship, as they were separated and Mica had filed for divorce just two days before her death.
Mica, 30, was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in North Carolina’s Lumber River State Park. The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the cause of death. Investigators determined that John-Paul and a female he was allegedly romantically involved with were not in Robeson County at the time of Mica’s death. John-Paul was at an athletic event in Charleston on the day of her death, and his vehicle was observed traveling in Horry County at the time. Local authorities have dismissed claims of homicide, stating that evidence clearly points to suicide. Mica’s sisters have expressed concerns and called for another look into what really happened, as they believe not everything has come to light.
Friends of the Millers reported that at least 25 FBI agents were at John-Paul’s home for five hours collecting evidence following the authorized search of the property. John-Paul was not allowed back into the house while the agents were there and was taken into custody for questioning after being served at a Starbucks location. The couple’s strained relationship, separation, and pending divorce were highlighted following Mica’s death. The FBI has been contacted for comment on the search and investigation. Local authorities have reiterated that evidence supports Mica’s death as a suicide.
The 911 call made before Mica’s death reveals her final moments and mental state prior to the tragedy. The case has garnered national attention due to the circumstances and the couple’s relationship status. Mica’s sisters have expressed concerns about the investigation and believe that more information needs to be uncovered about what truly happened. John-Paul’s attorney has not yet responded to inquiries regarding the search and questioning by the FBI. The investigation into Mica’s death is ongoing, with authorities continuing to assert that evidence supports it as a suicide and not a homicide.
Investigators have confirmed that John-Paul was not present in Robeson County at the time of Mica’s death, as he was at an athletic event in Charleston. Evidence has shown that the couple was estranged and in the process of getting a divorce. Mica’s death was the result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, per the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities have repeatedly stated that the evidence points to suicide and not foul play. Mica’s sisters have called for a further review of the case, expressing doubts about the information that has been presented. The investigation remains ongoing, with John-Paul in custody for questioning following the FBI search of his home. The case continues to draw attention and raise questions about the circumstances surrounding Mica’s tragic death.
