COLUMBUS, OHIO – Justice Desk A Chicago-area vascular surgeon, Michael David McKee, is expected to appear in court today, Monday, January 12, 2026, following his arrest in connection with the brutal double homicide of his ex-wife and her husband.
The Investigation and Arrest
The victims, Monique Tepe and her husband, Spencer Tepe (a well-known local dentist), were found shot to death in their Columbus home on December 30, 2025. After a ten-day multi-state manhunt, authorities arrested McKee in Rockford, Illinois, this past Saturday.
Key details from the crime scene include:
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Children Found Safe: The couple’s two children, aged four and one, were inside the home during the shooting but were physically unharmed.
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Forensics: Investigators recovered three shell casings at the scene.
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Digital Trail: Police used surveillance footage to track a vehicle leaving the scene, eventually linking it to McKee’s luxury apartment in Chicago.
Background: A High-Profile Suspect
McKee, who had divorced Monique Tepe in 2017 after two years of marriage, was described by neighbors as a "normal, nice guy" who kept a low profile. However, court documents suggest a calculated arrival and departure from the crime scene.
While a specific motive has not yet been officially released, the case has made national headlines due to the professional status of both the suspect and the victims.
The Family’s Plea for Justice
In a statement released following the arrest, the Tepe family expressed their gratitude to the Columbus Police Department:
"Today's arrest represents an important step toward justice for Monique and Spencer. We trust the justice system to hold the person responsible fully accountable as we protect the two children they leave behind."
The case continues to develop as McKee faces formal murder charges. Legal experts expect a complex trial given the cross-state nature of the investigation.