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| Ex‑Husband Arrested in Weinland Park Double Murder of Ohio Dentist and Wife |
Suspect Taken into Custody in Illinois
Columbus, Ohio — Authorities arrested 39‑year‑old Michael David McKee on Saturday, January 10, 2026, charging him in connection with the December 30, 2025, deaths of Dr. Spencer Tepe and his wife, Monique Tepe. McKee was located in Rockford, Illinois, where he is being held in the Winnebago County Jail pending extradition to Franklin County, Ohio to face two counts of murder. Law enforcement officials have not publicly disclosed a motive for the killings at this time.
McKee, a vascular surgeon formerly residing in the Chicago area, was identified through investigative leads that connected him to the scene. Detectives linked a vehicle seen in neighborhood surveillance footage arriving shortly before and leaving just after the homicides to McKee, ultimately tracking it to Illinois. Surveillance played a key role in developing probable cause for the arrest of McKee.
Discovery of Victims and Ongoing Investigation
On the morning of December 30, Columbus police responded to a welfare check at the Weinland Park home of the Tepe family after concerns were raised when Dr. Tepe failed to appear for work and could not be reached by colleagues. Officers entered the home and found the couple with apparent gunshot injuries. Both victims died at the scene or shortly afterward, according to official records.
Authorities found no signs of forced entry at the residence. Inside the home were the couple’s two young children, ages 1 and 4, who were physically unharmed and later placed in the care of relatives. Law enforcement sources said the absence of forced entry and lack of a weapon at the scene remain part of the ongoing investigation.
Detectives had earlier released video footage showing a person of interest walking near the couple’s home between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. on the morning the victims were killed, the window of time investigators believe the shootings occurred. Officials urged the public for tips while the investigation progressed.
Relationship History and Family Impact
Court and public records show McKee and Monique Tepe were married in 2015 and divorced in 2017. Following the divorce, McKee relocated outside of Ohio and pursued his medical career, maintaining professional licenses in states including Illinois and California. The couple did not share children.
Dr. Spencer Tepe, 37, was a well‑known dentist in the Columbus area. Monique Tepe, 39, was remembered by family and friends as a devoted parent and community member. The couple had celebrated their fifth wedding anniversary less than a month before their deaths. Family members released statements after McKee’s arrest thanking law enforcement for their efforts and expressing deep sorrow over the loss while emphasizing their focus on caring for the children.
The double homicide has drawn attention in Columbus and beyond due to the couple’s prominence and the tragic circumstances of their deaths.
Legal Proceedings and Next Steps
McKee’s first scheduled court appearance is set for Monday, January 12, 2026, in Illinois. That hearing is expected to initiate the extradition process to Ohio, where he will face formal arraignment on the two murder charges. Authorities have not released additional details regarding potential motive or evidence beyond what has been disclosed in court filings and public statements.
Columbus police continue to work closely with law enforcement partners in Illinois to ensure the extradition proceeds smoothly. Investigators also continue to review surveillance, forensic evidence, and witness information as part of their comprehensive case development.
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