Shocking Revelation: Michael David McKee’s Ex-Girlfriend Breaks Silence – “It Was Truly Shocking and I Thank God for Protecting Me” Amid Claims About Monique Tepe’s Role in Their Past
In a stunning new development in the ongoing investigation into the double murder of Monique Tepe and her husband Spencer Tepe, an ex-girlfriend of accused killer Dr. Michael David McKee has spoken out publicly for the first time. The woman, who dated McKee after his divorce from Monique but has chosen to remain anonymous in most reports, described the news of the December 30, 2025, killings as “truly shocking” and expressed profound relief: “It was truly shocking and I thank God for protecting me.”
Her statement, shared via social media clips and interviews circulating online (including TikTok and YouTube discussions), comes amid intense scrutiny of McKee’s relationships and the alleged patterns of control and obsession that family members say plagued Monique during and after her brief marriage to the vascular surgeon. The ex-girlfriend’s comments suggest she views her own escape from the relationship as a narrow one, implying she feels fortunate to have avoided a similar fate.
Here are recent images of Dr. Michael David McKee from court appearances and his booking photo, capturing the high-profile suspect now facing aggravated murder charges:
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The ex-girlfriend’s revelation includes pointed claims about Monique Tepe, alleging that Monique “did wrong” to McKee during their marriage by “abandoning” him abruptly and moving on quickly, which she says fueled his long-term resentment and “fragile ego.” According to her account, McKee believed Monique “could not live without him” and that seeing her thrive in a new marriage—complete with children and happiness—destroyed him emotionally. This echoes earlier statements from a mutual friend who told media outlets that McKee’s jealousy escalated after viewing content related to the Tepes’ approaching 5th anniversary.
These poignant photos of Monique Tepe and Spencer Tepe highlight the loving family life they built, a stark contrast to the allegations of past torment:
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Monique and McKee’s marriage, which began in August 2015, ended in divorce by 2017 on grounds of incompatibility, with records showing they lived separately for much of the time. Family members, including Spencer’s brother-in-law Rob Misleh, have described McKee as emotionally abusive, claiming Monique was “terrified” of him and that he threatened her life “many times.” She reportedly confided in loved ones about the “torment” and was “willing to do anything to get out.” Experts in coercive control have noted this as a classic “slow-motion stalking” pattern, where psychological manipulation lingers long after separation.
The ex-girlfriend’s perspective shifts some narrative focus, portraying McKee as the wounded party whose pain turned deadly. However, this contrasts sharply with consistent accounts from Monique’s circle, who emphasize her strength in leaving and rebuilding. No formal charges of abuse were filed during the marriage, and authorities have classified the Tepe killings as a “targeted, domestic violence-related attack.”
Here are representative visuals of women sharing emotional interviews or statements in true crime contexts, illustrating the gravity of the ex-girlfriend’s public break in silence:
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McKee, 39, was arrested in Rockford, Illinois, on January 10, 2026, after surveillance video, vehicle tracking, and ballistic matches linked him to the scene. A Franklin County grand jury indicted him on aggravated murder, burglary, and firearm specifications (including possible use of a silencer). He waived extradition and is expected to plead not guilty upon return to Ohio.
The ex-girlfriend’s words add a complex, controversial layer to an already heartbreaking case, raising questions about victim-blaming dynamics in domestic violence narratives. As the Tepe children face life without their parents and the community seeks closure, her statement underscores the enduring ripple effects of past relationships gone wrong.
