Spencer and Monique Tepe Double Homicide Investigation
Dr. Michael McKee was charged with four counts of aggravated murder and aggravated burglary in connection with the deaths of Dr. Spencer Tepe and Monique Tepe in April 2026. As of May 2026, McKee has pleaded not guilty and is being held at the Franklin County Jail, with his next court appearance scheduled for April 16, 2026. Autopsy reports revealed Monique Tepe was shot nine times and Spencer Tepe seven times, totaling 16 gunshots. Newly unsealed court records from April 2026 indicate police collected 29 pieces of evidence from the Tepe home. The investigation was discussed at CrimeCon 2026 in May 2026.
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May 2026 — 1 developments
The homicide investigation into Spencer and Monique Tepe was discussed at CrimeCon 2026 in May 2026.
The homicide investigation into Spencer and Monique Tepe was discussed at CrimeCon 2026 in May 2026. Newly unsealed court records from April 2026 revealed that police collected 29 pieces of evidence from the Tepe home. Michael David McKee's next court appearance was scheduled for April 16, 2026.
April 2026 — 1 developments
Dr. Michael McKee has been charged with four counts of aggravated murder and aggravated burglary in …
Dr. Michael McKee has been charged with four counts of aggravated murder and aggravated burglary in connection with the deaths of Dr. Spencer Tepe and Monique Tepe. McKee, Monique Tepe's ex-husband, has pleaded not guilty and is being held at the Franklin County Jail. Autopsy reports revealed Monique Tepe was shot nine times and Spencer Tepe seven times, totaling 16 gunshots.
February 2026 — 2 developments
Autopsy reports reveal that Spencer Tepe sustained seven gunshot wounds, while his wife Monique Tepe was shot nine times.
Autopsy reports reveal that Spencer Tepe sustained seven gunshot wounds, while his wife Monique Tepe was shot nine times. Both deaths have been ruled homicides resulting from gunshot wounds.
New reports detail that Monique Tepe died from a gunshot wound to the chest and Spencer Tepe sustained multiple injuries.
New reports detail that Monique Tepe died from a gunshot wound to the chest and Spencer Tepe sustained multiple injuries. Michael McKee also pleaded not guilty to an additional charge of aggravated burglary.
January 2026 — 20 developments
Investigators allege Michael McKee drove 900 miles round trip from Illinois to Ohio and back within 17 hours on the night of the murders.
Investigators allege Michael McKee drove 900 miles round trip from Illinois to Ohio and back within 17 hours on the night of the murders. This was determined by tracking his cell phone activity, as his phone was left at his workplace.
Newly unsealed court documents reveal a witness claimed Michael McKee sexually assaulted and strangled Monique Tepe.
Newly unsealed court documents reveal a witness claimed Michael McKee sexually assaulted and strangled Monique Tepe. McKee also reportedly told police he was a "monster."
New court documents reveal police identified Michael McKee by tracking his vehicle via neighborhood …
New court documents reveal police identified Michael McKee by tracking his vehicle via neighborhood surveillance, and that Monique Tepe was upset about McKee and left a night out in Indiana three weeks before her death. Monique and McKee were married for only seven months, from August 2015 to March 2016.
New court documents reveal that Michael McKee allegedly threatened to kill Monique Tepe in the past, with a witness stating he claimed he could 'kill her at any time.
New court documents reveal that Michael McKee allegedly threatened to kill Monique Tepe in the past, with a witness stating he claimed he could 'kill her at any time.' The unsealed affidavit also details specific dates in December and January when McKee was allegedly captured on video at the Tepe home prior to the murders.
An unsealed affidavit alleges Michael McKee was seen on video at the Tepe home on December 6, 2025, while the couple was away at a Big Ten Championship football game.
An unsealed affidavit alleges Michael McKee was seen on video at the Tepe home on December 6, 2025, while the couple was away at a Big Ten Championship football game.
The affidavit against Michael McKee was unsealed, alleging he stalked Monique and Spencer Tepe weeks before the murders.
The affidavit against Michael McKee was unsealed, alleging he stalked Monique and Spencer Tepe weeks before the murders. McKee appeared in court virtually and pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder and aggravated burglary charges.
The suspected murder weapon was reportedly found in Michael McKee's Chicago penthouse, with police c…
The suspected murder weapon was reportedly found in Michael McKee's Chicago penthouse, with police confirming a NIBIN match between shell casings from the Tepe bedroom and the seized firearm, while McKee's alibi also reportedly fell apart.
Michael McKee, the ex-husband of Monique Tepe, has pleaded not guilty to charges of aggravated murde…
Michael McKee, the ex-husband of Monique Tepe, has pleaded not guilty to charges of aggravated murder and aggravated burglary in connection with the deaths of Monique and her husband, Spencer Tepe. McKee was arrested in Illinois and extradited to Ohio.
An Ohio grand jury indicted Michael McKee for the double homicide, and he is accused of entering the Tepe's home with a silencer-equipped firearm.
An Ohio grand jury indicted Michael McKee for the double homicide, and he is accused of entering the Tepe's home with a silencer-equipped firearm.
Further reports detailed Monique Tepe's previous marriage to Michael McKee, which she alleged was 'emotionally abusive,' leading to her filing for divorce in 2017.
Further reports detailed Monique Tepe's previous marriage to Michael McKee, which she alleged was 'emotionally abusive,' leading to her filing for divorce in 2017.
Following the murders, the Tepe children, aged 3 and 1, were left alone in the home for hours until a friend heard them crying and police discovered the bodies.
Following the murders, the Tepe children, aged 3 and 1, were left alone in the home for hours until a friend heard them crying and police discovered the bodies.
Family members spoke to the media, describing the Tepe children's difficulty in understanding their …
Family members spoke to the media, describing the Tepe children's difficulty in understanding their parents' sudden disappearance and expressing confidence in the suspect identified by police.
Law enforcement provided details on how video surveillance and vehicle tracking led to McKee, noting…
Law enforcement provided details on how video surveillance and vehicle tracking led to McKee, noting that a weapon believed to be used in the homicides was recovered from his property.
Michael McKee was indicted on four counts of aggravated murder, with two counts alleging premeditation and two for killings that occurred during an aggravated burglary.
Michael McKee was indicted on four counts of aggravated murder, with two counts alleging premeditation and two for killings that occurred during an aggravated burglary.
Monique Tepe's brother-in-law, Rob Misler, stated that Monique was terrified of Michael McKee due to…
Monique Tepe's brother-in-law, Rob Misler, stated that Monique was terrified of Michael McKee due to multiple life threats during their marriage and discussed traumatic experiences with him.
Columbus Police Chief Elaine Bryant officially classified the murders of Spencer and Monique Tepe as a 'targeted domestic violence attack' following the arrest of Michael McKee.
Columbus Police Chief Elaine Bryant officially classified the murders of Spencer and Monique Tepe as a 'targeted domestic violence attack' following the arrest of Michael McKee. She also confirmed that the suspect and a gun tied to the murders had been found.
The charges against Michael McKee were upgraded to aggravated murder.
The charges against Michael McKee were upgraded to aggravated murder.
Michael David McKee, Monique Tepe's ex-husband, was arrested in Illinois and charged with two counts of murder in connection with the double homicide.
Michael David McKee, Monique Tepe's ex-husband, was arrested in Illinois and charged with two counts of murder in connection with the double homicide.
CBS News reported on the released person of interest video and revealed a 911 call from April 2025 at the Tepe address, where a woman stated she and her 'man got into it.
CBS News reported on the released person of interest video and revealed a 911 call from April 2025 at the Tepe address, where a woman stated she and her 'man got into it.'
Columbus Police released surveillance video of a person of interest seen walking near the Tepe resid…
Columbus Police released surveillance video of a person of interest seen walking near the Tepe residence around the estimated time of the murders, appealing to the public for help in identification.
December 2025 — 1 developments
Spencer (37) and Monique (39) Tepe were found fatally shot in their Columbus, Ohio home during a welfare check, with their two young children, ages 4 and 1, found unharmed inside.
Spencer (37) and Monique (39) Tepe were found fatally shot in their Columbus, Ohio home during a welfare check, with their two young children, ages 4 and 1, found unharmed inside. Police estimated the deaths occurred between 2:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.