The viral claim that Monique Tepe felt “safe for the first time in years” after marrying Spencer Tepe in Ohio, could finally “sleep soundly through the night,” but Michael David McKee (her ex-husband) “always sent this to her house every Saturday morning” — appears to stem from unverified social media speculation or true crime discussions. As of January 19, 2026, no credible news reports, family statements, or court documents confirm any recurring Saturday morning deliveries, gifts, packages, flowers, or other items from McKee to the Tepe home after their divorce in 2017.
Family and friends have described Monique as having escaped a “terrifying” and “emotionally abusive” marriage to McKee (2015–2017), finding genuine happiness and security with Spencer (married December 2020). Rob Misleh, Spencer’s brother-in-law, told ABC News’ Good Morning America and other outlets that Monique was “terrified” of McKee, who allegedly threatened her life multiple times, and that she “had to get away from him” due to the “torment” and negative impact on her mental health. A family friend also noted McKee’s controlling nature and how seeing Monique thrive in her new marriage “destroyed his fragile little ego.” However, these accounts focus on past abuse and resentment, not ongoing post-divorce contact like weekly deliveries.
No police affidavits, interviews, or mainstream sources (People, NBC News, ABC News, USA Today, Columbus Dispatch) mention any such Saturday ritual. The couple’s home in Weinland Park, Columbus, had no prior reported incidents involving McKee, and the investigation classified the December 30, 2025, shootings as a targeted domestic violence-related attack with no forced entry.
Here are touching photos of Monique Tepe and Spencer Tepe as a couple, from family tributes and public memorials:
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These images capture the love and family life they built, including with their two young children (ages 1 and 4), who were unharmed but present during the tragedy.
The Case Update
Michael David McKee, 39, a vascular surgeon, was arrested on January 10, 2026 (a Saturday morning) in Rockford, Illinois, after surveillance and vehicle tracking linked him to the scene. He was indicted on January 16, 2026, on four counts of aggravated (premeditated) murder and one count of aggravated burglary with a firearm specification. Multiple firearms were recovered from his property, one preliminarily matching ballistics (possibly with a silencer). He waived extradition and plans to plead not guilty upon return to Ohio, facing life without parole if convicted.
Here are recent booking photos and court images of Michael David McKee from official sources:
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These visuals show McKee during his Illinois court appearances.
Crime Scene and Community Response
The couple was found shot multiple times in their home on December 30, 2025, after a welfare check prompted by Spencer’s absence from work. Surveillance captured a person (believed to be McKee) in an alley nearby.
Here are images from the Weinland Park crime scene and community tributes:
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These reflect the police response and heartfelt memorials with flowers and messages left by neighbors.
The Tepe family has called McKee’s arrest and indictment “an important step toward justice,” expressing gratitude for the investigation while focusing on protecting their grandchildren. The case underscores the long shadows of alleged abusive relationships and the importance of verified facts over rumors.
