Doctor Accused of Killing Ex-Wife and Her Husband

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Michael McKee, a doctor in Ohio, is accused of shooting and killing his ex-wife Monique Tepe and her husband Spencer Tepe at their Columbus home on December 30. Court documents reveal that McKee had allegedly told Monique he could kill her 'at any time' and had a history of abuse during their marriage.

Why it matters

This case highlights the dangers of domestic violence and the need for better protections for victims, even after a divorce. It also raises questions about how to prevent such tragedies and whether the legal system failed to adequately address the threats made by the alleged shooter.

The details

According to court documents, Monique Tepe's friends and family said she had told them that McKee 'had been abusive, and had made numerous threats on her life during and after their marriage.' One witness alleged that McKee had strangled Monique and 'forced unwanted sex.' Another witness said McKee had told Monique 'he could kill her at any time and would find her and buy the house right next to her, that she will always be his wife.' On the day of the murders, McKee's phone was left at his workplace in Illinois and showed no activity for 17 hours. Police also recovered video footage of a suspect near the Tepes' home weeks before the killings, when Monique had allegedly told friends she was 'upset about something involving her ex-husband.'

• On December 30, 2025, Michael McKee allegedly shot and killed his ex-wife Monique Tepe and her husband Spencer Tepe.
• On December 6, 2025, the Tepes were in Indiana at the Big Ten Championship game, and during that trip Monique Tepe allegedly told friends 'she was upset about something involving her ex-husband.'

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Michael McKee out on bail.