Pastor John Miller Faces Federal Charges in Wife’s Death Investigation

Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 30, 2026 — Pastor John Miller, who gained public attention through his appearance in the Netflix documentary “Death of the Pastor’s Wife,” has been indicted on federal charges. The charges include cyberstalking and providing false statements to federal investigators, according to authorities.

These federal charges are directly linked to the investigation surrounding the death of Pastor Miller’s wife, Mica Miller. Her passing, which occurred prior to these charges, was officially ruled a suicide in 2024. The circumstances of her death have been the subject of significant scrutiny.

The indictment outlines several specific allegations against Pastor Miller. These include claims of stalking and abuse directed towards his wife. Furthermore, he is accused of posting an image of Mica Miller without her consent. Authorities also allege that Pastor Miller placed a tracking device on his wife’s car. A significant part of the federal indictment involves accusations that Pastor Miller provided false statements to investigators during the course of their inquiry.

The U.S. Department of Justice has taken the lead in pursuing these federal charges. Further details regarding the timeline of the investigation and the specific dates of the alleged offenses have not been fully disclosed. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The outcome of any prior inspections or code violations related to this case was not provided.

The legal proceedings are expected to continue as investigators work to piece together the events leading up to Mica Miller’s death and the actions of Pastor Miller. The case highlights the complexities often involved in investigations where domestic issues intersect with criminal allegations.

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