Former Pastor Faces Federal Charges in Connection to Estranged Wife’s Death
A former pastor in Horry County, South Carolina, is facing federal charges for cyberstalking and lying to investigators. These charges are related to events leading up to the death of his estranged wife, which was ruled a suicide and is…
St. Louis, MO, August 30, 2026 — A former pastor, identified as residing in Horry County, South Carolina, is now confronting federal charges that include cyberstalking and making false statements to investigators. The legal proceedings stem from events that preceded the death of his estranged wife.
The death of the pastor’s estranged wife was officially ruled a suicide. However, the circumstances surrounding her passing have become the focus of federal investigation and public attention. The former pastor’s alleged actions are reportedly linked to the period leading up to her death.
Details regarding the specific nature of the cyberstalking allegations or the instances where the pastor is accused of lying to investigators have not been fully elaborated in public records. The pastor’s name and the name of his estranged wife were not provided in the available information.
The case has gained further prominence due to its inclusion in a Netflix documentary. The film, titled ‘Death of the Pastor’s Wife’, examines the events connected to the former pastor and the death of his estranged wife, bringing wider public scrutiny to the matter.
The timeline of the federal charges being filed, the date of the estranged wife’s death, and the release date of the documentary were not specified. The investigation and subsequent charges highlight the complexities often associated with cases involving domestic relationships and digital communication methods.
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