Janice R. Andrews
A South Carolina religious leader is facing legal troubles after a confrontation with demonstrators. John-Paul Miller, who leads Solid Rock at Common Market, was charged with third-degree assault and battery following a Wednesday evening altercation with protesters outside his church. Miller, 45, posted a $776 bond for release on Thursday.
The protest centered around the April death of Miller’s wife, Mica Miller, 30, who died by suicide at Lumber River State Park in North Carolina. Her death occurred after initiating divorce proceedings, drawing national attention due to the couple’s documented relationship struggles.
Recent developments include an FBI search of Miller’s Myrtle Beach home last week. During the operation, agents collected evidence and lifted fingerprints, though specific items seized remain undisclosed. Miller, located at a nearby Starbucks, underwent questioning but faces no charges related to his wife’s death.
Law enforcement has verified Miller’s whereabouts during his wife’s death, confirming he attended an athletic event in Charleston, SC. GPS data showed his vehicle on Highway 17 Bypass that day.
The church appears to be in transition, with its website no longer accessible and indicators suggesting a planned relocation. Miller’s attorney, Russell Long, has not provided comments on the current legal situation.
The community continues to seek answers, with Mica’s family leading social media campaigns for further investigation. The series of events, from the FBI search to Miller’s recent arrest, has intensified public interest in the case.
