Night Watch: A Pastor, A Death, and A Shocking FBI Investigation

Summary

Crime House 24/7 – Night Watch: A Pastor, A Death, and A Shocking FBI Investigation

Host: Katie Ring
Date: February 2, 2026

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Episode Overview

This Night Watch episode, hosted by Katie Ring, dives deep into the tragic and complex case of Micah Miller—a beloved church member and pastor’s wife from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina—whose death was initially ruled a suicide but later became the focus of an evolving federal investigation into stalking, abuse, and coercive control within her marriage to Pastor John Paul (JP) Miller. The episode unpacks the facts, reveals the chronology of events and investigative twists, and examines broader issues of domestic violence and the justice system's failures.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Micah Miller’s Background and Marriage to JP Miller

• Micah’s Early Life & Involvement in Church: Micah was described as joyful, creative, and passionate about bringing people to Jesus at Solid Rock Church (02:19).
• Relationship Timeline:
  • Met JP Miller, then 28 and founder of the church, when she was 14 in 2009. Both claimed the relationship was platonic until 2015, when romance began while both were still married to others.
  • By 2018, Micah and JP were married, and Micah became stepmother to JP’s five children and senior pastor’s wife by age 23—a tremendous responsibility (02:19–03:30).
• Micah on Abuse: In public messages, Micah openly discussed scripture, suffering, and occasionally, abuse, stating:

  "Abuse is abuse. And with those core beliefs in mind, we'll dive a bit deeper inside her marriage to Pastor John Paul Miller." (04:22)

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2. Unraveling of the Marriage and Early Signs of Trouble

• Escalation of Control and Surveillance:
  By late 2022, Micah’s marriage became strained, and according to federal filings, JP began a pattern of cyberstalking—persistent, intrusive electronic communications and surveillance (04:30–05:00).
• Micah’s Efforts to Escape:
  By January 2023, Micah and JP were separated. Micah took steps to gain independence, but JP allegedly interfered with her finances, a common form of abuse (05:00–06:00).

  “If a victim doesn't have money or a support system, they have nowhere to go.” (06:15)

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3. Micah’s Documentation and Legal Struggles

• Police Reports and the Challenge of Proving Stalking:
  • Despite feeling unsafe and reporting JP’s intimidation, police often took records but were unable to proceed due to lack of visible injury or clear evidence—emphasizing the system’s limits with nonphysical abuse (06:55).
  • “Stalking is murder in slow motion.” (07:30)
• Comprehensive Record-Keeping:
  Micah kept detailed notes—text messages, videos, journal entries—to document JP’s conduct for a family court battle, without initially intending federal charges (08:30).
• Barriers in State Law:
  Emotional or psychological abuse is difficult to address in court, especially in divorce proceedings (08:50).

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4. Climax of Tension and Disappearance

• Escalation in Early 2024:
  • Micah was involuntarily hospitalized (Feb 8), and claims surfaced that JP took her car and keys during her hold. Micah believed JP orchestrated her hospitalization and accused him of long-term grooming (09:10–10:00).
  • Multiple instances of tire slashing, GPS trackers, and mounting police reports—Micah pursued but was denied a restraining order (10:30–12:30).
• Family & Friends’ Concern:
  After serving divorce papers on April 25, 2024, Micah’s communication ceased, alarming loved ones (13:00).

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5. The Discovery and Investigation of Micah’s Death

• Timeline of Micah’s Last Day:
  • April 27: Left home, bought a firearm at a pawn shop (15:50).
  • 911 call made near Lumber River State Park, NC, referencing intentions to end her life (17:01).
  • That afternoon, her body was recovered; cause of death: gunshot wound, ruled a suicide (17:26).
• JP’s Reaction:
  • Addressed congregation the next day, describing Micah’s death as “self induced” and referencing her mental health struggles. His subdued and emotionless demeanor sparked suspicion (19:13):

    “I got a call late last night. My wife has passed away. Yeah, it was, it was self induced … She wasn't well mentally and she needed medicine that was hard to get to her.” (19:13–19:42)

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6. Federal Investigation and Emerging Allegations

• Family’s Doubts and Broader Speculation:
  • Micah’s sister, Sierra Francis, disputed the suicide ruling, citing Micah’s own warnings:

    “If I end up with a bullet in my head, it was not by me, it was J.P.” (21:55)

  • Inconsistencies noted—her belongings found on a separate trail; history of alleged abuse; another suspicious death (Chris Skinner) linked to JP’s later partner.
• The FBI Takes Over:
  • Requested May 6, 2024. Focus shifts to JP’s alleged repeated unwanted surveillance, interference, and harassment (21:00–22:11).

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7. Criminal Charges and the Ongoing Legal Battle

• Federal Indictment and Arrest:
  • In October 2025, JP admitted hiring a private investigator to monitor Micah, but alleged reasoning (“to keep her safe”) was contradicted by evidence of ongoing cyberstalking, including sharing intimate photos and making threats (22:11–23:30).
  • December 2025: JP formally indicted on two counts—cyberstalking and making false statements to federal investigators (23:30).
  • January 12, 2026: JP’s federal arraignment; pleads not guilty; released on $100,000 bond—next court date set for March 2026 (24:00).
• Significance of Case:
  • Highlights that “abuse does not always leave visible marks” and underscores the growing recognition of nonphysical violence in federal law (25:00).

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On marital and spiritual struggle:

  “Religion was not a background element in their lives and relationship. It shaped how they understood hardship, endurance, and responsibility.” (03:50)

• Micah’s voice on spiritual and personal abuse:

  “You are the bride of Christ … Abuse is abuse.” (04:20)

• On systemic failures:

  “What investigators would later emphasize is that many of the behaviors Micah was reporting fell into a category that is difficult to address through traditional criminal statutes … one of the biggest failures of our justice system.” (07:15)

• JP’s reaction to Micah’s death:

  “Y'all knew that she wasn't well mentally and that she needed medicine that was hard to get to her.” (19:42)

• Micah’s chilling warning to her sister:

  “If I end up with a bullet in my head, it was not by me, it was J.P.” (Affidavit of her sister; 21:55)

• On cyber abuse and the law:

  “Prosecutors have emphasized that abuse does not always leave visible marks and that federal law recognizes patterns of conduct, not just single acts.” (25:00)

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Timeline & Timestamps of Important Segments

• Micah and JP’s Background & Early Years – 02:19–05:00
• Rising Tensions & Stalking Allegations – 06:00–08:50
• Documenting Abuse & Struggles for Protection – 09:10–12:30
• Micah’s Disappearance and Discovery – 15:50–17:26
• JP’s Public Response – 19:13–19:42
• Family’s Outcry and Alternative Theories – 21:55–22:11
• Transition to Federal Investigation – 22:11–23:30
• Indictment & Arraignment – 23:30–24:00
• Broader Significance – 25:00–end

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Closing Thoughts

Katie Ring emphasizes that the Micah Miller case exemplifies how non-physical coercion and cyberstalking are increasingly being recognized as serious crimes—ones that often escalate when survivors seek autonomy. The episode brings attention to the legal complexities of proving abuse without visible evidence and the difficulties faced by victims within both family courts and the criminal justice system.

Listener call-to-action:

"If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, you can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233." (End)

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For further updates, listeners are encouraged to follow Crime House 24/7 and Night Watch, as the case remains open in the federal courts.

Transcript

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Before her name appeared in headlines across the country, 30 year old Micah Miller was known first to the people closest to her, her friends, family and members of her Solid Rock Church community in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Micah's family described her as joyous, creative and energetic. But most notably, she was passionate about her church. And her greatest desire was seeing people come to Jesus. And through Solid Rock Church, she eventually found what she believed was love. In 2009, when Micah was only 14 years old, she met 28 year old Pastor and founder of Solid Rock Church, John Paul Miller. They claimed to have only been friends at that time. But Fast forward to 2015 when Micah was just 21 and JP was 35. Things turned romantic. However, at this time, both JP and Micah were married to other people. But the affair turned more serious when they both divorced their spouses to be with each other. And by 2018, Micah and JP were married. For Micah and JP, religion was not a background element in their lives and relationship. It shaped how they understood hardship, endurance, and responsibility. But for Micah, that responsibility also included taking on the role of stepmother to JP's five children at only 23 years old. For any 23 year old, it would be a lot of pressure to go from a marriage with no children to a divorce to another marriage with five stepchildren. She also took on an additional role as the senior pastor's wife, something she did not take lightly. She led youth groups, led worship, and set a standard for serving her community. She also knew she had a platform and people looking up to her, and she used it wisely. In videos and recorded messages that would later circulate publicly, Micah spoke about scripture, suffering, and the belief that pain could be endured with purpose. But at times, she also spoke about abuse. But you are the bride of Christ.

[B]

Before anybody else's bride.

[A]

Male or female, doesn't matter. It doesn't matter what gender you are. Abuse is abuse. And with those core beliefs in mind, we'll dive a bit deeper inside her marriage to Pastor John Paul Miller. On the surface, there was no public indications of criminal behavior. No arrests, no charges, no headlines. Nothing that would set alarms to those who knew Micah well. But according to later federal filings, the private reality of their marriage began to shift in ways that were not visible to most people around them. By late 2022, their marriage reportedly was under strain and began to unravel. By November of 2022, Micah and John Paul Miller's relationship took a turn for the worst. Federal prosecutors alleged that JP engaged in a pattern of behavior towards Micah that would later form the basis of a cyberstalking case. At the time, the couple was still legally married, but Micah had begun taking steps to distance herself physically, emotionally, and financially. According to court documents, investigators believe this period marked the beginning of repeated unwanted electronic communications directed at Micah. Contacts that were persistent, intrusive, and increasingly difficult to avoid. However, none of this was public at the time. What most people outside of the relationship, especially in the church, saw was a couple navigating normal marital challenges, not a situation that isolated Micah and made her feel unsafe. By January of 2023, Micah and JP were separated and living apart. But if you've worked with victims of domestic violence, you sadly know that this is the most dangerous Time for women. The worst thing for abusers is losing control over their victims, which is why 70% of women who are murdered by their abusers are murdered after they leave. Investigators allege that during this period, JP continued monitoring Micah's movements and interfering with her daily life. Prosecutors also alleged that JP interfered with her finances and banking access, making it harder for her to live independently, which isn't surprising given the fact that financial abuse is one of the most common abuse tactics and unfortunately, extremely effective, because if a victim doesn't have money or a support system, they have nowhere to go. At the time, that pattern mostly existed in Micah's own records. But as their separation continued and JP's behavior started escalating, Micah contacted police multiple times. She did everything right, reported all of the ways he was trying to scare and intimidate her, and got everything on record. She described behavior from her estranged husband that she found frightening and destabilizing. Officers responded, took reports, and documented incidents. But without visible injuries or a single clearly chargeable event, the response often stopped there. What investigators would later emphasize is that many of the behaviors Micah was reporting fell into a category that is difficult to address through traditional criminal statutes, particularly at the state level, which in my opinion is one of the biggest failures of our justice system and why so many people call stalking murder in slow motion. By October 8, 2023, Micah and JP officially filed for divorce, and according to Regina Ward, an attorney representing Micah's family, she kept extensive records. These records included text messages, videos, journal entries, and documentation of incidents she believed demonstrated a pattern of coercive behavior and abuse. Ward later described this as a multi page list with corroborating evidence attached to nearly every entry. At the time, those materials were being gathered for family court with no intention of a federal criminal case, but Micah continued collecting them anyway. Under South Carolina law, divorces can be legally complex, particularly when claims center around emotional or psychological abuse rather than physical violence. Friends and advocates would later say that Micah felt boxed in trying to meet legal requirements while also navigating what she believed was ongoing interference in her life. During this high stress time. On February 8, 2024, there was a brief halt in the divorce proceedings. Maika was involuntarily hospitalized and placed on a 48 hour hold. After she was discharged on February 10, hospital staffers told Micah that JP, who she was actively in the process of getting a divorce from, reportedly picked up her purse and car keys while she was hospitalized. When she returned to the Walmart parking lot, where she left her car before being placed on hold, it was gone. But Micah continued to keep notes of this kind of behavior, and by February 21st of 2024, she reported to police that she believed JP was the one who initiated her involuntary hospitalization and accused him of taking the car while she was placed on hold. She also claimed that he had groomed her since she was 14 years old. Officers then went to get JP's side of the story, and he said that Micah suffers from episodes on occasion when she would stop taking her medication. And for Micah, as well as many victims of abuse, her claims took a backseat. Since on paper, Micah and JP were still legally married, her car was considered marital property. As a result, no charges were filed against jp and he continued to have control over her. About a month later, on March 11, Micah contacted police again after reporting that a metal blade had slashed her tire and that it was the second time it happened. That week, an officer confirmed it to be a tire deflation device that could be purchased online. But there was no witness who could connect JP or anyone else to the crimes. In that same report, Micah told police she had noticed strange activity and believed people were following or watching her. But once again, police stated that there was not enough evidence to prove those claims. That same day, after speaking with police, Micah stopped at a gas station before going to the mechanic to get her tire looked at. At the gas station, she was approached by the alleged suspect who slashed her tires. Micah told the suspect, whose name is redacted from reports, to leave her alone, and when she got her phone out to record him, he sped off. So once again, Micah, feeling terrified and on guard, filed another report with police. When she got to the mechanic, while she was talking with authorities, she kept receiving calls and messages from a no caller id. In the police report, the officer included that Micah told them that she feared for her life. Additionally, after officers left, a mechanic discovered a GPS tracking device beneath Micah's vehicle. Records show that Micah went to the magistrate's office later that day and met with an officer to pursue a restraining order against jp. While they were talking out in front of the office, the suspect slowly drove by them, then sped off. About two weeks after these stalking and harassment reports, on March 26, her case was finally moving forward in a civil court with the hopes of receiving a restraining order against jp. But unfortunately, the case was dismissed without prejudice, which means it's not dismissed forever. Micah could refile the restraining order again, but for the time, she was left without any protection. Despite documenting multiple instances of harassment, stalking, intimidation, and cyberstalking over a span of months, and despite doing everything in her power to put a stop to the abuse, the courts failed her. By April of 2024, about a month after attempting to obtain a restraining order, Micah continued moving forward with divorce proceedings and remained living separately from her estranged husband. There had been no reported reconciliation during that period, according to family members and later affidavits. Micah formally served JP with divorce papers on April 25, 2024, a step that made her separation official in the eyes of the court. In the 48 hours that followed, people close to Micah noticed a change. Communications from her slowed and then stopped altogether. Messages went unanswered. Calls were not returned. At first, there was uncertainty about what the silence meant and whether it meant anything at all. However, there was no immediate alarm. Micah was an adult. She had been living independently, and she was navigating significant personal and legal challenges. But as time passed, that uncertainty became harder to ignore. By late April, concern began to grow as family and friends tried to piece together when they had last heard from her, where she had said she was going and what plans she had made. What initially felt like a delay in communication began to feel like something more serious. Investigators would later determine that on April 27, 2024, Micah left the Myrtle beach area. At the time, however, there was no clear understanding of where she had gone or why. No one publicly knew her destination. But one thing was clear Micah was missing, and no one could reach her.

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As concern for Micah Miller's whereabouts escalated, law enforcement was notified and a missing persons investigation began. Officers with the Myrtle Beach Police Department were working alongside other agencies. Started by attempting to establish Micah's last known movements and location. Using a combination of surveillance footage, transaction records, and phone data, investigators began reconstructing her final hours. That effort quickly established a critical fact. On April 27, 2024, Micah left her home at 11:38am Surveillance video captured her departure. Departing away from the coast at 12:13pm Investigators confirmed Micah stopped at a pawn shop in Myrtle beach, where surveillance footage also showed her purchasing a firearm and ammunition. That transaction, timestamped and documented, became a key marker in the developing timeline. Phone records then placed Micah in Robeson County, North Carolina at 2:54pm she then made a 911 call from the area near Lumber River State park and asked if her phone could be located, then threatened suicide. Let's listen to the audio of Micah's call.

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Robinson County 911. What's the address of your emergency? Hi. Are you able to trace the location of my phone at the Lumber River State Park? Yeah, that's where I am. Tell me what happened. I'm about to kill myself and I just want my family to know where to find me.

[A]

Deputies were discharged to her location shortly afterward to conduct a welfare check. Data from her phone and vehicle indicated her car was last located near the park, which is more than an hour from her Myrtle beach residence. For investigators, that terrain presented immediate challenges. Upon arrival, the park covers thousands of acres, much of it remote and difficult to navigate. For family and friends waiting for news, the uncertainty was agonizing. As the search continued, officers narrowed their focus based on what information they had from her cell phone data. And later that same day, authorities located Micah's body in the Lumber River State Park. Investigators secured the area, documented physical evidence, and began determining what had happened. The sheriff's office reported that a person heard a cry followed by a gunshot around 4:23pm Micah's cause of death was a single gunshot wound to the head and her body was found in the water. There was no indication of another person being present at the scene. The Robeson county medical examiner quickly reached a conclusion and ruled Micah's death a suicide. Officials stated there were no signs of foul play and no evidence suggesting a homicide at the scene. From a procedural standpoint, the case appeared resolved, and in most circumstances, that ruling would have marked the end of the investigation. In the immediate aftermath of events, JP Addressed his church congregation the very next day. According to reports at the time, he shared the news of Micah's death during the worship service, telling members that she had passed away and that her death was self induced. He also spoke about her struggles with mental health and asked the congregation to pray for his family. Let's listen.

[D]

I got a call late last night. My wife has passed away. Yeah, it was, it was self induced and it was up in North Carolina. And we're going to have a funeral for her next Sunday here at 3pm and so it's all I can. Yeah, I'm just kind of going on adrenaline right now. So y' all pray for me and my kids and everybody. And she was, she wasn't. Y' all knew that she wasn't well mentally and that she needed medicine that was hard to get to her.

[A]

The lack of emotion in his sermon allegedly sparked concern among people in the congregation. And as investigators dug deeper, Micah's death raised some questions and speculations. With all of the police reports, recorded complaints, messages, records she compiled for her attorney, and her attempt at obtaining a restraining order against JP it became increasingly clear there was more to the story. In the days following Micah's death, investigators began reviewing information that pointed to potential criminal conduct occurring prior to her disappearance. This included allegations against JP of repeated unwanted contact, surveillance, and interference in her daily Life. And on May 6, 2024, the Robeson County Sheriff's Office formally requested assistance from federal authorities. Shortly thereafter, the FBI became involved. From this point forward, the investigation focused not on the cause of death, but on what investigators allege Micah experienced in the months leading up to it. As federal agents began their work, the scope of their investigation quickly narrowed to a single individual, JP Miller. Agents reviewed communication records, subpoenaed documents, and analyzed materials Micah had gathered while preparing for her divorce. During this time, there were no public arrests, no charges announced, and no court dates scheduled. From the outside, it appeared as though it was an open and shut case. But as news of Micah's death circulated and more information came out surrounding his behavior during the months leading up to her death, public reaction intensified. Some questioned how a woman who had contacted police multiple times and feared for her life could disappear and die without further legal consequences. Others urged caution, pointing to the medical examiner's ruling and the absence of evidence suggesting homicide. At the same time, they did confirm that a federal investigation into her death was was ongoing. And that's when the FBI started slowly closing in on JP Miller. Close your eyes. Exhale. Feel your body relax and let go of whatever you're carrying today. Well, I'm letting go of the worry that I wouldn't get my new contacts in time for this class.

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In an affidavit, Ciara stated that Micah had previously told her, quote, if I end up with a bullet in my head, it was not by me, it was J.P. they also found it implausible that Micah's body was found in a location separate from her personal belongings, including her purse and her phone, which were found on a different trail. People online also dissected the odd 911 call, and Internet sleuths pointed to another mysterious death that was adjacent to JP Allegedly, he had an affair with a woman named Susie Skinner while he was married to micah. In 2021, Susie's husband, Chris Skinner, also died under mysterious circumstances. He was wheelchair bound and according to reports, he died after falling into the pool. Adding to this speculation was the fact that JP and Susie tied the knot a little over a year after Micah's death. But despite all of the odd circumstances surrounding this case, authorities need solid evidence for any prosecution. Months pass without any updates. But as we know, federal investigations often unfold slowly, especially when prosecutors are deciding whether or not evidence meets the threshold for criminal charges. However, JP was arrested in November of 2024 on an unrelated assault and battery charge. After an altercation with a Justice for Micah protester outside the church, JP allegedly pointed his phone in her face and tapped the brim of her hat. He was taken into custody and released the next day on a $776 bond. But by late 2024, the federal investigation into Micah's death had reached a pivotal point. Evidence had been collected, witnesses had been interviewed, and records had been reviewed. The only question left was whether federal prosecutors believed the case warranted formal charges. For a long time, there was no public answer. Until suddenly there was. In October of 2025, JP admitted to authorities that he had hired a private investigator to keep an eye on Micah to make sure that she wouldn't buy a gun or harm herself. But the reality of that statement is allegedly false. JP is accused of hiring the private investigator to cyberstalk her after she was allegedly unfaithful in their marriage. So By December of 2025, investigators felt they had enough to proceed. A federal grand jury released a two count indictment against JP Miller, formally charging him with cyberstalking and making false statements to federal investigators. According to the indictment, prosecutors alleged that From November of 2022 through April of 2024, JP engaged in a sustained pattern of behavior directed at Micah. His alleged conduct also included threatening to use intimate images to intimidate or harass and posting nude photos of Micah online with her consent. Prosecutors describe these actions as part of a broader pattern, repeated conduct intended to have control over someone. According to the indictment, authorities alleged he made false statements to investigators by lying about his involvement in damaging the tires on Micah's car. Federal prosecutors argue these alleged false statements affected the course of the investigation. And in federal court, lying to investigators is true, treated as a separate crime, regardless of whether the underlying conduct can be proven. Cyber stalking cases do not automatically fall under federal jurisdiction. What brings them? There are specific factors, including the use of electronic communications, interstate activity, and conduct that crosses state lines. In this case, prosecutors alleged those thresholds were met. And on January 12, 2026, JP Miller appeared in federal court in Florence, South Carolina for his arraignment Outside of the courthouse, dozens of people gathered. Some carried signs, others stood silently. Many said they were there to get justice for Micah. Inside the courtroom, the proceeding itself was brief. He was formally advised on the charges against him, and he entered a plea of not guilty. He was also granted a continuance, meaning his next court date has been postponed to allow more time before proceedings resume. If convicted, JP faces up to five years in federal prison for cyberstalking, up to two additional years for making false statements, and potential fines totaling tens of thousands of dollars. As of this recording, JP Miller remains out of jail on a $100,000 bond, and his next court date is scheduled for March 2026. This case has drawn national attention not only because of who is charged, but but because of what the charges describe cyberstalking, surveillance, mental and emotional abuse, and control exercised without physical violence. Prosecutors have emphasized that abuse does not always leave visible marks and that federal law recognizes patterns of conduct, not just single acts. The investigation that began quietly after many believed the case was over is now firmly within the justice system. What remains are unanswered questions and a legal process still unfolding. For now, the case of Micah Miller stands at that threshold. We'll continue to follow the case as it moves through the federal system and bring you updates as they happen. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, you can call the National Domestic violence hotline at 1-800-799-7233. What did you think of tonight's case? Drop your thoughts and theories in the comments. See you next time if you haven't already. Make sure to follow us wherever you get your podcast and subscribe to our YouTube channel at Night Watch Pod. Your support means everything.