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Ex-Husband Arrested in Columbus Couple’s Killings, Held in Illinois

Investigators cite surveillance tying his car to the scene, with extradition to Ohio pending.

Overview

  • Michael David McKee, 39, was arrested in Rockford, Illinois, and charged with two counts of murder in the December 30 deaths of Spencer and Monique Tepe.
  • Court documents state his vehicle arrived near the home just before the killings and left shortly after, and police say they tracked that car to Rockford to make the arrest.
  • The victims, a 37-year-old dentist and his 39-year-old wife, were found shot inside their Columbus residence after a welfare check.
  • The couple’s two young children were found physically unharmed, a celebration of life was held Sunday, and a GoFundMe for their care surpassed $205,000.
  • A motive has not been identified, McKee is jailed in Winnebago County, and he has a court appearance scheduled Monday as extradition to Franklin County is expected.