When will Myrtle Beach pastor face federal trial in wife’s death case? What to know
Myrtle Beach pastor John-Paul Miller has once again asked for a continuance in his hearing regarding federal charges related to the death of his wife.
Miller filed a motion April 4, 2026, for a continuance of his pretrial conference that was set for April 14, followed by jury selection on April 21.
The request cited allowing the defense additional time to review “new discovery” material presented by the government. A judge granted the continuance, moving the hearing to June.
Miller faces charges of cyberstalking and making false statements to investigators in connection with the death of his wife, Mica Miller. The charges come nearly two years after Mica took her life at a North Carolina state park in April 2024.
FULL STORY: John-Paul Miller heard charges related to wife’s death. What FBI found in his home
Here are key takeaways:
• Federal charges and plea: Miller pleaded not guilty to cyberstalking and making false statements to FBI investigators at his hearing on Jan. 12, 2026. He was given a $100,000 bond, must wear an ankle monitor and cannot leave the state.
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• What the FBI found: Prosecutors told the judge that FBI investigators discovered large sums of cash and silver bars and coins in a safe at Miller’s home, leading them to believe he was a flight risk. They also said Miller had repeatedly threatened Mica’s family and witnesses.
• Alleged harassment pattern: The indictment claims Miller harassed Mica from November 2022 until her death, including calling her more than 50 times in one day, posting a nude photo of her online without consent and interfering with her finances and vehicle tires.
• False statements alleged: Miller allegedly lied to FBI investigators about these incidents. He denied interfering with Mica’s tires but had purchased a tire deflation device, according to the indictment.
• Family attorney reacts: Regina Ward, the attorney representing Mica’s family, said she was “very emotional” and “very happy” about the arraignment outcome, adding she has “no doubt” Mica’s family supports the result. The federal investigation into Miller is ongoing.
The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists. The full story in the link at top was reported, written and edited entirely by journalists.
This story was originally published April 7, 2026 at 11:26 AM.
