The North Carolina Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed that Mica Miller, a Myrtle Beach woman, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, concluding there was no foul play involved. The 30-year-old’s death has drawn national attention due to her ties to local pastor John-Paul Miller and allegations of domestic abuse.

The medical examiner's report detailed that Mica Miller used a 9mm handgun, which she purchased from a Myrtle Beach pawn shop on April 27, 2024, to take her own life at Lumber River State Park in Lumberton, North Carolina. The report stated, “there was no concern for foul play” and no signs of a physical struggle at the scene where bullet casings were recovered.

Mica Miller’s body was discovered submerged in the river by a kayaker, approximately 100 feet from the location of the bullet casings. A black bag containing Miller’s ID and money was found by another person on the riverbank and handed over to police.

Mica Miller was married to John-Paul Miller, pastor of Solid Rock Church in Market Common, Myrtle Beach. At the time of her death, the couple was separated and entangled in legal disputes. The case has been scrutinized by family, friends, and the public, with Miller’s death prompting the #justiceforMica movement aimed at raising awareness about domestic violence.

The Robeson County Sheriff’s Department ruled Miller’s death a suicide. According to a Facebook post on May 7, 2024, the decision was based on surveillance footage, interviews, physical evidence, and the medical examiner’s findings. The post also mentioned that the Robeson County E911 Communications Center received a 911 call from Miller on the day of her death. During the call, Miller asked the dispatcher if her phone could be located, stating she intended to kill herself and wanted her family to be able to find her body.

The medical examiner’s report indicated that family members had tried to contact Miller without success on the day of her death. Investigators found a gun case in the passenger seat of her vehicle, along with a box of ammunition in the center console. Receipts for the handgun and a convenience store purchase, both dated April 27, 2024, were also discovered in the vehicle.

Mica Miller had publicly alluded to mental health struggles and abuse in her marriage on her Facebook page and in documents. Despite these allegations, John-Paul Miller has denied any abuse towards his wife. The ongoing legal battle between Miller’s family and her estranged husband over her belongings adds another layer of complexity to the case.

The circumstances surrounding Mica Miller’s death have sparked a broader conversation about mental health and domestic violence, with many advocating for better support systems for individuals in similar situations. As the #justiceforMica movement gains traction, it underscores the need for continued awareness and action to prevent such tragedies in the future.

Mica Miller’s tragic end highlights the importance of addressing mental health issues and supporting those who may be silently suffering. Her story serves as a reminder of the far-reaching impacts of domestic disputes and the critical need for intervention and support for vulnerable individuals.

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