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Ex-Husband Charged With Murder in Columbus Couple’s Killings

Investigators traced a vehicle seen on neighborhood cameras, leading to an arrest in Illinois.

Overview

  • Michael David McKee, 39, identified as Monique Tepe’s former spouse, was arrested in Illinois and charged with two counts of murder.
  • Police say neighborhood surveillance helped link a vehicle to McKee after releasing alley footage from the hours the couple was killed.
  • Spencer, 37, and Monique Tepe, 39, were shot inside their Weinland Park home between roughly 2 and 5 a.m. on Dec. 30, and their two children were found unharmed.
  • Investigators reported no obvious signs of forced entry, recovered three 9 mm shell casings, and have not located a weapon or identified a motive.
  • Officials acknowledge an officer initially went to the wrong address during an early welfare check, and they continue to review tips as the investigation remains active.