Mica Miller's friends allege mistreatment, claim she changed numbers to avoid pastor husband before death

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MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA: Before her death, Mica Miller, whom authorities found deceased and determined to have died by suicide, went through months of struggle.

NewsNation also reported that family and friends claim they believe her marriage was abusive.

Newly released police reports from the Myrtle Beach Police Department shed further light on the circumstances surrounding the death of Mica Miller, a woman from South Carolina.

Mica Miller's body was discovered on April 27 at Lumber State Park in Lumberton, North Carolina, approximately 70 miles north of Myrtle Beach.

According to the medical examiner in Robeson County, North Carolina, her death was determined to be a suicide.

What did Tim Carter, a friend of Mica Miller say?

Tim Carter, a friend of Mica Miller, recalled a conversation he had with Mica’s husband, John-Paul Miller, several years ago. 

Carter stated that John-Paul Miller informed him that Mica Miller had bought a gun and was in the backyard, prompting him to wonder if she intended to use it against him.

In response, Carter conveyed uncertainty about the circumstances in the household that would lead to such suspicion.

However, he questioned why such a thought would arise if there were no underlying issues within the couple's relationship. Carter claimed, “He was scared, he was wondering, ‘Do you think she bought it to shoot me?' Why would that be a question if he wasn’t mistreating her?”

What did the anonymous close friend report?

Furthermore, an anonymous close friend confirmed that Mica Miller was unquestionably facing difficulties.

The friend reported, “She’s gotten three different numbers in the last three months, trying to make sure (John-Paul) did not get her phone number and could not get in contact with her. She messaged me saying, thank you for your gentle warnings over the years about JP or my relationship with JP.”

According to the friend, Mica Miller felt that they understood she wasn't ready to leave, but she was relieved when she finally did.

Angela Brian Clark, another friend, remarked in a statement that there are multiple layers to the story, revealing that Mica Miller confided "horrific" details to her.

Clark added, “You don’t have to physically pull a trigger to be responsible for someone’s death. You can minimize your own behavior by resting on others weakness,” 

In March, Mica Miller shared advice on Facebook for individuals grappling with leaving an abusive relationship.

Mica shared, “You don’t have to stay in an abusive relationship, whether that’s sexual or somebody forcing you to take illegal drugs, psychological abuse or (saying) you are not giving it all when you know you are.”

John-Paul Miller denounces rumors against him

John-Paul Miller released a statement condemning "rumors" and refuting any allegations of spousal abuse through his attorney.

According to the statement, “Following the untimely death of Mica Miller, unfounded rumors and false accusations began circulating on social media and in various media outlets, suggesting Pastor Miller’s involvement in her demise. This created a buzz, causing local and national media outlets to begin proliferating these falsehoods, on a mammoth proportion. Our client refutes any report that suggests he ever abused his wife.”