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  • Join Tony Brueski and Stacy Cole every morning as they break down the latest true crime news and stories to kickstart your day. Stay informed on high-profile cases like Lori Vallow Daybell, Alex Murdaugh, and Bryan Kohberger, with real-time updates and analysis. Engage in discussions and interviews that delve deeper into these captivating stories. Tune in to stay up-to-date with the latest developments and immerse yourself in the world of true crime. From The Hidden Killers Podcast.
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  • North Carolina Medical Examiner Confirms Mica Miller’s Death as Suicide Amidst Ongoing Family Dispute

    North Carolina Medical Examiner Confirms Mica Miller’s Death as Suicide Amidst Ongoing Family Dispute
    Jun 28 2024
    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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  • Death of 12-Year-Old Boy at North Carolina Wilderness Therapy Camp Ruled Homicide

    Death of 12-Year-Old Boy at North Carolina Wilderness Therapy Camp Ruled Homicide
    Jun 28 2024
    The death of a 12-year-old boy on his first night at a North Carolina wilderness therapy camp has been ruled a homicide, according to an autopsy report released on Monday. The boy was found dead in February at Trails Carolina, a self-described “therapeutic wilderness program” part of the troubled teen industry.

    The autopsy report obtained by HuffPost revealed that the boy’s cause of death was asphyxia due to smothering. The manner of death was determined to be a homicide. This tragic incident has brought renewed scrutiny to Trails Carolina and similar facilities that have faced allegations of abuse and negligence for decades.

    According to the report, the boy was escorted to the camp by two men on February 2 and processed for check-in. During check-in, the boy refused to cooperate until he spoke to his parents in New York and did not eat supper that night. He spent his first night in a bivy tent in a mummy sleeping bag with a zipper alarm attached.

    The boy’s counselor told detectives that he was “restless and mumbling in his sleep” around 10 p.m. He was taken out of the sleeping bag but fell back asleep, only to wake up again by midnight, thrashing about. By morning, counselors found him “cold to the touch and unresponsive.”

    Transylvania County sheriff’s deputies reported that camp officials did not immediately cooperate with the investigation, an allegation that camp officials have denied. Staff members assigned to the cabin where the boy was found dead have been placed on leave.

    In May, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services permanently shut down Trails Carolina, citing that the facility “endangered the health, safety, and welfare of clients.” No criminal charges have been filed since the autopsy’s release. The Transylvania County Sheriff’s Office is reviewing the report as part of its ongoing investigation and is meeting with the district attorney.

    Meg Applegate, CEO and co-founder of Unsilenced, a nonprofit advocating for victims of institutional child abuse, called the findings “heartbreaking and infuriating.” In an email to HuffPost, she said, “It further highlights the urgent need for comprehensive reform within the troubled teen industry and is a stark reminder of the dangers inherent in these facilities.” Unsilenced is calling for state authorities to take immediate action and “demand justice for this young boy and his family.”

    Trails Carolina has a troubling history. In 2014, Alec Lansing, a 17-year-old from Atlanta, was found dead in a stream in western North Carolina after running away from the camp. He died of hypothermia. Additionally, a 14-year-old girl reported being sexually assaulted by another camper in 2019. When she brought up the incident to camp officials, they denied her request to move to another cabin. This lawsuit remains ongoing.

    The death of the 12-year-old boy is the latest in a series of tragedies associated with wilderness therapy camps, which operate with little oversight. The tragic loss of this young boy underscores the critical need for systemic changes and stricter regulations to protect vulnerable children placed in these programs.
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