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More than two years after Mica Miller died, a new documentary series is reigniting interest in the case.
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Although Miller’s death was ruled a suicide, her husband faces federal charges of cyberstalking and making false statements to investigators. When will he go to trial?
Renewed interest in the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, case comes after Netflix released “Death of the Pastor’s Wife” on Aug. 26, which explores the events leading up to Mica’s death by suicide in a North Carolina state park.
Pastor John-Paul Miller, also known as JP Miller, was indicted in December and pleaded not guilty in January, but his pretrial court appearance has been repeatedly postponed in the months since. The proceeding is currently scheduled for October, but a definitive date hasn’t yet been set.
South Carolina court rules allow chief administrative judges to postpone scheduled court appearances through continuances, which can be granted if “good sufficient cause is shown.”
The court initially ordered a continuance after Miller waived his right to a speedy trial in January.
“The Court finds that the ends of justice are best served by the granting of this continuance and such continuance outweighs the best interests of the public and the defendant in a speedy trial,” the judge wrote.
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Nine days before Miller was set to appear at his March 12 court date, but after his lawyers requested a continuance for more time to review the discovery information prosecutors and how it applies to the case, that date was postponed until April 14.
Miller’s court date was pushed back once again in April, this time continued for May 21, though it was later rescheduled for May 20. The pretrial conference set for May was continued for July 8, which in turn was continued for Aug. 25.
Most recently, on Aug. 12, the court granted Miller a continuance until October. A specific court date hasn’t been announced.
According to the federal indictment, Miller harassed Mica from November 2022 until her death in April 2024. He allegedly posted a nude photo of her online without consent, damaged her tires, interfered with her finances and called her more than 50 times in one day. Authorities say Miller lied about his actions in law enforcement interviews, purchased a tire deflation device and hired a private investigator to cyberstalk Mica.
“The defendant’s alleged actions were predatory, measured, and inflicted profound trauma to the victim, her family, and loved ones,” FBI Columbia Field Office Special Agent in Charge Kevin Moore said in a statement. “While this indictment marks the first phase of the criminal process, it represents a crucial step toward accountability. We hope this step offers a measure of peace as the healing continues for the family.”
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