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Laura continues her interview with former NBC investigative producer and NewsNation investigative correspondent, Rich McHugh. Together Laura and Rich unravel coercive control and the lack of laws to protect women in South Carolina and the details that trouble Rich about the day Mica died - and why he remains unconvinced Mica ended her life. 

For Rich, Laura and Crime Analyst, the focus remains where it belongs: Mica Francis, the truth about what she experienced, accountability and justice. Justice for Mica. 
Laura and Rich discuss: 

TAKE ACTION: Mica’s Law -Coercive Control and Stalking Laws in South Carolina  

You can contact South Carolina lawmakers and ask them to support stronger legal recognition and protection for victims experiencing coercive control, stalking and post-separation abuse.  

Full action links, letter template and resources are available in the Crime Analyst Squad.  

Watch The Death of the Pastor’s Wife  

More from Investigative Correspondent Rich McHugh   
Twitter: richmchugh 

Insta: richmchughnews 

Tiktok @richmchugh 

 
  
Crime Analyst Coverage  
Crime Analyst: Mica Francis Series  
Mica Francis: Breaking Down the Federal Charges Against JP Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell  
Huge News in Mica Francis’ Case. John Paul Miller Has Been Indicted Finally…  

#MicaFrancis #MicaMiller #JusticeForMica #CrimeAnalyst 
#CoerciveControl #Stalking #DomesticAbuse #PostSeparationAbuse #SexualCoercion 
#EconomicAbuse #MicasList #ThePreachersWife #Femicide #DomesticViolence 
#PowerAndControl #AbuseIsAPattern #JohnPaulMiller #JPMiller #RichMcHugh 
#InvestigativeJournalism #LauraRichards #BehaviouralAnalysis #ExpertAnalysis 
#TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #VictimCenteredReporting #NewsNation 

 
Clip: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dcvry1cugK-/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&stkn=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

Sources  
Rich McHugh and JP Miller interview  
Watch The Death of the Pastor’s Wife  

https://www.abcnews4.com/newsletter-daily/mica-millers-family-press-conference-suicide-lumber-river-state-park-robeson-county-death-investigation-fbi-john-paul-pastor-solid-rock-church-estate-documents-abuse-hide-assets-sierra-nathaniel-francis-911-call-security-footage-timeline  

https://www.facebook.com/therobbieharvey/posts/heres-the-full-text-exchange-between-charlotte-mica-miller-and-john-paul-miller-/484282057505382/  

Crime Analyst: The Case of Mica Francis   
 

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For decades, the women murdered and attacked by Peter Sutcliffe (known as PS in this series) were overshadowed by the man who targeted them. In this remastered Crime Analyst series, Laura puts the women back at the centre of the story. 

Laura deconstructs the pattern of offending, escalating risk and critical opportunities that were missed, including additional attacks she believes are linked to PS and how harmful assumptions about his victims distorted the investigation. 

The failures in this case were instrumental in why Laura’s specialist unit at New Scotland Yard was later created. It remains one of the most misunderstood serial murder cases of our time - and why Crime Analyst refuses to use the notorious nickname that made the perpetrator famous while the women became the forgotten victims. 

Join Laura in the intelligence cell as she re-examines the case through behavioural analysis, victimology, risk and prevention. 

Listen to the complete Forgotten Victims series: 
https://www.crime-analyst.com/case-001-the-forgotten-victims/ 
 
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Laura Richards analyses and deconstructs the murders and attacks on lone women committed by Peter Sutcliffe (known as PS throughout the series) in the north east of England in the 1960s and 1970s. 

This case happened before Laura started her career at New Scotland Yard. It was the very reason her unit was set up. 

Listen and find out why Laura believes this is one of the most misunderstood cases of our time and why we should stop referring to this serial killer as The Yorkshire R***** 

Join Laura each week in the intelligence cell as she behaviourally breaks down each attack and highlights which cases she believes to be linked, why PS did what he did and how he was allowed to get away with it for so long. 

You won't want to miss this. 

#HerNameWasWilmaMcCann 

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#HerNameWasVeraMillward 

#HerNameWasJosephineWhittaker 

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#HerNameWasJacquelineHill 

#HerNameISAnnaRogulskyj 

#HerNameISOliveSmelt 

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#HerNameISMarilynMoore 

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Clips  
https://twitter.com/i/status/1327217063010721794 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kMhnKX9xmI 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuxVdf46sJk 

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Mica Francis died trying to leave John Paul Miller. She documented what was happening to her, called the Police at least 14 times, retained an attorney and filed for divorce. Less than a day after Mica’s death, John-Paul Miller stood before his congregation and announced her death, while simultaneously shaping a narrative about Mica and her mental health. Serious alarm bells went off for both Laura and award-winning investigative journalist and NewsNation correspondent, Rich McHugh. 

Former NBC investigative producer Rich McHugh, working with Ronan Farrow, exposed Harvey Weinstein at great personal and professional cost. You will hear more about that in this episode as well as how Rich quickly gained the trust of Mica’s family and ultimately secured an extraordinary sit-down interview with John-Paul Miller in July 2024. 

In this episode you will learn:  

This is Part 1 of Laura’s interview with Rich McHugh. The conversation continues in Part 2. 

TAKE ACTION: Mica’s Law -Coercive Control and Stalking Laws in South Carolina  

You can contact South Carolina lawmakers and ask them to support stronger legal recognition and protection for victims experiencing coercive control, stalking and post-separation abuse.  

Full action links, letter template and resources are available in the Crime Analyst Squad.  

Watch The Death of the Pastor’s Wife  

More from Investigative Correspondent Rich McHugh   
Twitter: richmchugh 

Insta: richmchughnews 

Tiktok @richmchugh 

 
  
Crime Analyst Coverage  
Crime Analyst: Mica Francis Series  
Mica Francis: Breaking Down the Federal Charges Against JP Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell  
Huge News in Mica Francis’ Case. John Paul Miller Has Been Indicted Finally…  

#MicaFrancis #MicaMiller #JusticeForMica #CrimeAnalyst #HarveyWeinstein 
#CoerciveControl #Stalking #DomesticAbuse #PostSeparationAbuse #SexualCoercion 
#EconomicAbuse #MicasList #ThePreachersWife #Femicide #DomesticViolence 
#PowerAndControl #AbuseIsAPattern #JohnPaulMiller #JPMiller #RichMcHugh 
#InvestigativeJournalism #LauraRichards #BehaviouralAnalysis #ExpertAnalysis 
#TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #VictimCenteredReporting #NewsNation 

 
Clip 
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DczwA3LuSA9/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&stkn=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

Sources  

https://www.abcnews4.com/newsletter-daily/mica-millers-family-press-conference-suicide-lumber-river-state-park-robeson-county-death-investigation-fbi-john-paul-pastor-solid-rock-church-estate-documents-abuse-hide-assets-sierra-nathaniel-francis-911-call-security-footage-timeline  

https://www.facebook.com/therobbieharvey/posts/heres-the-full-text-exchange-between-charlotte-mica-miller-and-john-paul-miller-/484282057505382/  

  
Link to Cross Over episode with Mandy and Laura on Cup of Justice Ep #86:  

Apple Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coj-86-crime-analyst-expert-laura-richards-joins-mandy/id1668668400?i=1000659373717  

Spotify Link  

https://open.spotify.com/episode/10P6t5LmMxF3YHUdgxPcm9?si=e3832e105dc1430d  

Links to Episodes about Mica Francis   
Mica Francis separated from John Paul Miller. She was desperate for help..  
Mica Francis: Have you heard the term coercive control?  

Ep 303: Mica Francis: Analyzing the Federal Charges Against John Paul Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell  
  

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In this remastered episode to conclude the series, Laura, Nichole and Tara deconstruct Netflix’s American Murder: Gabby Petito, including new information former boyfriend Jackson shared, the last messages sent from Gabby’s phone and the early warning signs of coercive control. 

Laura honours Gabby and her amazing mum’s Nichole and Tara in this special episode which aired on International Women’s Day. 

If you are experiencing abuse The National Domestic Violence Hotline offers free, confidential support: Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Text “START” to 88788. Chat live at thehotline.org 

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Laura later recorded an exclusive episode based in Wyoming where she retraces Gabby Petito's final footsteps, shares new crime scene observations and behavioural analysis, and compares Brian Laundrie's so-called confession letter with what most likely happened in Gabby's final days. Join the Crime Analyst Squad and Listen here.  

#GabbyPetito #InternationalWomensDay #CrimeAnalyst #TrueCrime #Podcast #Expert #BrianLaundrie #AmericanMurder #Netflix #DomesticViolenceAwareness 

Clips    

https://youtu.be/Cj6N5aK2qzI?si=_K5yIxjqVuHKvwCV 

Sources  

https://gabbypetitofoundation.org/ 

https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2025/03/03/netflix-series-gabby-petito-domestic-violence/80572434007/ 

https://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2025/03/06/this-netflix-documentary-peaks-into-an-abuse-victims-mind-by-a-psychologist/ 

https://www.thelaurarichards.com/resources/coercivecontrol 

Sign the Petition to Criminalize Coercive Control in America and Complete the Victim’s Voice Survey: 

https://www.laurarichards.co.uk/dv-law-reform/ 

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Mica Francis did everything right: she documented what was happening, reported to police and repeatedly asked for help. But what happens when the behaviours creating fear, entrapment and risk are not adequately recognised by the law? 

In Laura’s interview with Mica’s attorney, Regina Ward, the focus turns to the systemic failures that left Mica without the protection she needed - and the fight to change law in South Carolina in Mica’s name. 

Laura and Regina examine why repeated attempts to introduce coercive control legislation in South Carolina have failed, the gaps that remain for victims experiencing patterns of stalking and coercive control, and next steps. 

Laura and Regina discuss: 

TAKE ACTION: Mica’s Law -Coercive Control and Stalking Laws in South Carolina 

You can contact South Carolina lawmakers and ask them to support stronger legal recognition and protection for victims experiencing coercive control, stalking and post-separation abuse. 

Full action links, letter template and resources are available in the Crime Analyst Squad. 

Watch The Death of the Pastor’s Wife 

More from Attorney Regina Ward  
Website 
YouTube  
TikTok   
 
Crime Analyst Coverage 
Crime Analyst: Mica Francis Series 
Mica Francis: Breaking Down the Federal Charges Against JP Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell 
Huge News in Mica Francis’ Case. John Paul Miller Has Been Indicted Finally… 

#MicaFrancis #MicaMiller #JusticeForMica #CrimeAnalyst #CoerciveControl #Stalking #DomesticAbuse #PostSeparationAbuse #SexualCoercion #EconomicAbuse #MicasList #ThePreachersWife #ReginaWard #Femicide #DomesticViolence #PowerAndControl #AbuseIsAPattern #LauraRichards #BehaviouralAnalysis #TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #ExpertAnalysis 

 
Join the conversation on social media and in the Crime Analyst Squad www.patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst 

#MicaFrancis #MicaMiller #JusticeForMica #CrimeAnalyst #CoerciveControl #Stalking #DomesticAbuse #PostSeparationAbuse #TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #ExpertAnalysis 
 
Clips 
https://www.facebook.com/NewsNationNow/videos/1585198026735228/ 

Sources 
Watch The Death of the Pastor’s Wife 

https://www.abcnews4.com/newsletter-daily/mica-millers-family-press-conference-suicide-lumber-river-state-park-robeson-county-death-investigation-fbi-john-paul-pastor-solid-rock-church-estate-documents-abuse-hide-assets-sierra-nathaniel-francis-911-call-security-footage-timeline 

https://www.facebook.com/therobbieharvey/posts/heres-the-full-text-exchange-between-charlotte-mica-miller-and-john-paul-miller-/484282057505382/ 

 
Link to Cross Over episode with Mandy and Laura on Cup of Justice Ep #86: 

Apple Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coj-86-crime-analyst-expert-laura-richards-joins-mandy/id1668668400?i=1000659373717 

Spotify Link 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/10P6t5LmMxF3YHUdgxPcm9?si=e3832e105dc1430d 

Links to Episodes about Mica Francis  
Mica Francis separated from John Paul Miller. She was desperate for help.. 
Mica Francis: Have you heard the term coercive control? 

Ep 303: Mica Francis: Analyzing the Federal Charges Against John Paul Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell 
 

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Mica Francis’ case is now receiving widespread attention following the Netflix documentary The Death of the Pastor’s Wife. Laura analysed Mica’s case as it unfolded, documenting the pattern of coercive control, stalking and post-separation abuse Mica reported experiencing before her death. 

30-year-old Mica Francis (Miller) was found dead from a gunshot wound at Lumber River State Park in Robeson County, North Carolina, on April 27, 2024, two days after serving her husband, John Paul Miller, with divorce papers. 

John Paul Miller has since been federally indicted on charges of cyberstalking and making false statements to federal investigators. 

In this remastered episode, Laura is joined by award-winning investigative journalist Mandy Matney and award-winning author Liz Farrell, co-hosts of True Sunlight, to analyse the federal indictment and break down the charges, timelines and alleged behaviours detailed within it. 

Together, they examine the alleged pattern of behaviour through the lens of coercive control and stalking, including how cyberstalking can be used as a tactic of control and why the post-separation period can be particularly dangerous. They also discuss an important question: why was Mica not better protected while she was alive? 

Understanding escalation and coercive control is lifesaving and life changing. Listen and share, you may save a life. You can also take action for change with our Mica Action Toolkit. 

Join the conversation on social media and in the Crime Analyst Squad www.patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst 

#MicaFrancis #MicaMiller #JusticeForMica #CrimeAnalyst #Expert #Analysis #TrueCrime #Podcast #Crime #CoerciveControl #Stalking #Expert #Cyberstalking #FBI #Investigation 
 
Clips 
https://youtu.be/3y7f9dciL0I?si=YUd8gS8OxTUTuSuG 

Sources 
https://www.abcnews4.com/newsletter-daily/mica-millers-family-press-conference-suicide-lumber-river-state-park-robeson-county-death-investigation-fbi-john-paul-pastor-solid-rock-church-estate-documents-abuse-hide-assets-sierra-nathaniel-francis-911-call-security-footage-timeline 

https://www.facebook.com/therobbieharvey/posts/heres-the-full-text-exchange-between-charlotte-mica-miller-and-john-paul-miller-/484282057505382/ 

Link to Cross Over episode with Mandy and Laura on Cup of Justice Ep #86: 

Apple Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coj-86-crime-analyst-expert-laura-richards-joins-mandy/id1668668400?i=1000659373717 

Spotify Link 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/10P6t5LmMxF3YHUdgxPcm9?si=e3832e105dc1430d 

Links to Episodes about Mica Francis  
Mica Francis separated from John Paul Miller. She was desperate for help.. 
Mica Francis: Have you heard the term coercive control? 

Ep 303: Mica Francis: Analyzing the Federal Charges Against John Paul Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell 
Mica Francis: Breaking Down the Federal Charges Against JP Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell 
Huge News in Mica Francis’ Case. John Paul Miller Has Been Indicted Finally… 

Mandy and Liz: 

Mandy IG 
Mandy Website 
Murdaugh Murders Podcast 
Liz on Instagram 
Liz Website 
Liz on Cup of Justice 

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Mica Francis was taking steps to reclaim her life and freedom. Then, on April 27 2024, she was found dead at Lumber River State Park in North Carolina. Since Mica’s death, Laura has extensively analysed the pattern of coercive control, stalking and post-separation abuse Mica reported experiencing, as well as the circumstances leading up to her death. 

Mica’s story is the focus of the Netflix documentary The Death of The Pastor’s Wife. Attorney Regina Ward was Mica’s divorce lawyer, and she appears in the documentary. John Paul Miller called her repeatedly following Mica’s death. Regina shares unique insight into John-Paul’s behaviour around the time of Mica’s death, the manipulation Mica was navigating and some of what did not make it into the Netflix documentary. 

Together, Laura and Regina unpack what was happening behind the scenes as Mica took steps to divorce from John-Paul Miller, the strategies used to manage his behaviour, Mica’s mindset during those final months and what Regina witnessed as Mica worked to regain control of her life. 

Learn how women are further entrapped in South Carolina owing to archaic and dangerous patriarchal legal processes that intentionally prevent women from leaving men who abuse them, leaving them at high risk of suicide and femicide. It’s by design and they are not even trying to change it. 

Laura and Regina share unique insights about: 

Coercive control correlates significantly with femicide, homicide and suicide. Mica’s List matters... Look at the pattern. 

Watch The Death of the Pastor’s Wife 

More from Attorney Regina Ward  
Website 
YouTube  
TikTok   
 
Crime Analyst Coverage 
Crime Analyst: Mica Francis Series 
Mica Francis: Breaking Down the Federal Charges Against JP Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell 
Huge News in Mica Francis’ Case. John Paul Miller Has Been Indicted Finally… 

TAKE ACTION: Mica’s Law: Coercive Control and Stalking Laws in South Carolina 

You can contact South Carolina state Senators and Representatives and ask them to support stronger legal recognition and protection for victims experiencing coercive control, stalking and post-separation abuse. WRITE to South Carolina lawmakers and make your voice heard just below. There is a letter template and all links and addresses available in the Squad here. 

Find and contact South Carolina legislators: 
Official Legislature note 
Senator Luke A Rankin P.O. Box 142, Columbia, SC 29202 
Official Sponsors: Senators Goldfinch and Grooms 
 
Senator Stephen Goldfinch  
P.O. Box 823 
Murrells Inlet 29576 
 
Senator Goldfinch Email form link  
 
Senator Larry Grooms  
131 Indian Field Drive 
Bonneau 29431 
 
Senator Larry Grooms email form link  
 
Additionally you can sign the petition. Enforce South Caroline Law 

#MicaFrancis #MicaMiller #JusticeForMica #CrimeAnalyst #CoerciveControl #Stalking #DomesticAbuse #PostSeparationAbuse #SexualCoercion #EconomicAbuse #MicasList #ThePreachersWife #ReginaWard #Femicide #DomesticViolence #PowerAndControl #AbuseIsAPattern #LauraRichards #BehaviouralAnalysis #TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #ExpertAnalysis 

 
Join the conversation on social media and in the Crime Analyst Squad www.patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst 

#MicaFrancis #MicaMiller #JusticeForMica #CrimeAnalyst #CoerciveControl #Stalking #DomesticAbuse #PostSeparationAbuse #TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #ExpertAnalysis 
 
Clips 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wgC1XVGolE 

Sources 
Watch The Death of the Pastor’s Wife 

https://www.abcnews4.com/newsletter-daily/mica-millers-family-press-conference-suicide-lumber-river-state-park-robeson-county-death-investigation-fbi-john-paul-pastor-solid-rock-church-estate-documents-abuse-hide-assets-sierra-nathaniel-francis-911-call-security-footage-timeline 

https://www.facebook.com/therobbieharvey/posts/heres-the-full-text-exchange-between-charlotte-mica-miller-and-john-paul-miller-/484282057505382/ 

 
Link to Cross Over episode with Mandy and Laura on Cup of Justice Ep #86: 

Apple Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coj-86-crime-analyst-expert-laura-richards-joins-mandy/id1668668400?i=1000659373717 

Spotify Link 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/10P6t5LmMxF3YHUdgxPcm9?si=e3832e105dc1430d 

Links to Episodes about Mica Francis  
Mica Francis separated from John Paul Miller. She was desperate for help.. 
Mica Francis: Have you heard the term coercive control? 

Ep 303: Mica Francis: Analyzing the Federal Charges Against John Paul Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell 
 

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Mica Francis’ case is now being widely talked about due to the Netflix documentary, The Death of The Pastors Wife. Laura analysed Mica’s case as it unfolded. In this episode Laura takes a more in-depth look at the available evidence of what life was like for Mica prior to her death using the lens and framework of coercive control and stalking. 

Importantly, Mica died trying to leave John Paul Miller. That is significant because leaving with finality the relationship is over is the most dangerous time for a woman. In this remastered series you will learn much more about what he did to Mica as well as what was left out of the documentary. 

All the evidence shows how Mica was failed when she was alive. Listen to this episode if you want to understand how and why and you want justice for Mica. 

Join the conversation on social media and in the Crime Analyst Squad www.patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst 

#MicaFrancis #MicaMiller #JusticeForMica #CrimeAnalyst #CoerciveControl #Stalking #DomesticAbuse #PostSeparationAbuse #TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #ExpertAnalysis 
 
Clips 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsuI0VyRFPY    

Sources 
https://www.abcnews4.com/newsletter-daily/mica-millers-family-press-conference-suicide-lumber-river-state-park-robeson-county-death-investigation-fbi-john-paul-pastor-solid-rock-church-estate-documents-abuse-hide-assets-sierra-nathaniel-francis-911-call-security-footage-timeline 

https://www.facebook.com/therobbieharvey/posts/heres-the-full-text-exchange-between-charlotte-mica-miller-and-john-paul-miller-/484282057505382/ 

Link to Cross Over episode with Mandy and Laura on Cup of Justice Ep #86: 

Apple Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coj-86-crime-analyst-expert-laura-richards-joins-mandy/id1668668400?i=1000659373717 

Spotify Link 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/10P6t5LmMxF3YHUdgxPcm9?si=e3832e105dc1430d 

Links to Episodes about Mica Francis  
Mica Francis separated from John Paul Miller. She was desperate for help.. 
Mica Francis: Have you heard the term coercive control? 

Ep 303: Mica Francis: Analyzing the Federal Charges Against John Paul Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell 
Mica Francis: Breaking Down the Federal Charges Against JP Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell 
Huge News in Mica Francis’ Case. John Paul Miller Has Been Indicted Finally… 

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As the violence escalated, Grace finally called 911. She describes the police officer who recognised something Grace could not yet fully see herself. She reveals why and how he identified how dangerous the abuser was. 

Grace describes the successful strategy she used to leave. Laura examines why victims may continue to protect, defend or return to the abuser - and why these behaviours need to be understood within the wider pattern of coercive control by EVERYONE. 

Grace shares how her ex-partner pressured her to become pregnant and how his sense of entitlement extended to her reproductive choices. Laura unpacks reproductive coercion and how perpetrators can use pregnancy and children to increase dependency, entrapment and control. 

Laura and Grace explore how an abuser can use a program and those running them as another means of manipulation and re-grooming. 

Laura and Grace discuss: 

Coercive control correlates significantly with femicide, familicide, homicide, and suicide.  Never tell the abuser you are leaving. 

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Mica Francis’ case is now being widely talked about due to the Netflix documentary, The Death of The Pastors Wife. Laura talked about Mica and all the red flags she saw in 2024. Mica died trying to leave John Paul Miller – a man who calls himself a Pastor. In this remastered series you will learn much more about what he did to Mica as well as what was left out of the documentary. 

Mica was failed when she was alive. She’s been failed in death - up until now. 

Mica’s case raises urgent questions about justice, accountability, lessons about intervention and prevention for future women and the urgent need for coercive control laws. 

 
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Listen as Laura and award-winning journalist and creator and host of the True Sunlight and Cup of Justice podcasts, Mandy Matney unravel in granular detail the timeline leading up to 30-year-old Mica being found dead from a gunshot wound to the head in North Carolina’s Lumber River State Park on April 27 2024. Mica’s death came days after she told a police officer she was ‘scared for her life’ after she found a GPS tracker on her car and razor blades in her tyre and just two days after John Paul Miller was served with divorce papers. 

Join the conversation on social media and in the Crime Analyst Squad www.patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst 

#MicaFrancis #MicaMiller #JusticeForMica #CrimeAnalyst #CoerciveControl #Stalking #DomesticAbuse #PostSeparationAbuse #TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #ExpertAnalysis 
 
Clips 
https://www.tiktok.com/@therobbieharvey/video/7364765211661798702?lang=en 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYOjVP6uS8E 

Sources 
Link to Cross Over episode with Mandy and Laura on Cup of Justice Ep #86: 

Apple Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coj-86-crime-analyst-expert-laura-richards-joins-mandy/id1668668400?i=1000659373717 

Spotify Link 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/10P6t5LmMxF3YHUdgxPcm9?si=e3832e105dc1430d 

Links to Episodes about Mica Francis  
Mica Francis separated from John Paul Miller. She was desperate for help.. 
Mica Francis: Have you heard the term coercive control? 

Ep 303: Mica Francis: Analyzing the Federal Charges Against John Paul Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell 
Mica Francis: Breaking Down the Federal Charges Against JP Miller with Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell 
Huge News in Mica Francis’ Case. John Paul Miller Has Been Indicted Finally… 

2026 Masterclasses and Crime Analyst Resources and Community        

For more insight and knowledge, advocacy and professional development join The Crime Analyst Squad. It’s a growing and dynamic community offering expert insight, in-depth conversations, exclusive episodes and videos, and live events: www.Patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst      

www.dashriskchecklist.com   www.thelaurarichards.com        

Subscribe to Crime Analyst YouTube: @crimeanalyst        

Facebook: Crime Analyst Podcast        

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