OH - Spencer and Monique Tepe found shot to death at home 2 children unharmed, Columbus, 30 December 2025 *ex-husband arrested*

[osu]

Anyone know if BIL is Monique's brother or Monique's sister's husband? It's interesting that he shared he is caring for the children, hence my question.

BIL’s wife is Spencer’s sister.

 

[Chimera]

I think perp arrived at home after kids went to sleep but before Spencer and monique retired to bed

The attire of poi is more of someone visiting a friend or relative or as some have suggested a person coming from a pub .

I think the couple were approached by someone they knew looking for a favour financially or on the pretence of sorting a previous grievance. Christmas time can reveal secrets or cause family arguments as lips loosen with alcohol

The couple seem to be level headed and prehaps suggested sleeping on it ,this is why I'm interested to know if wine glasses or other signs of a visitor was present.

The perp might know when the kids go to bed so arrived afterward and no need for dog to stir and bark if person was already in the home as a welcome or usual visitor

Bil states ,himself and the sister stayed over once per month or fortnightly. I wonder did any other guest stay often .prehaps with two small children it was easier to entertain friends at home

Just my musings and imo

Emphasis on money was strong in this case imo with Go fund and stating some money could be used for philanthropic purposes made me feel this was said to not appear like the motive was money but from the amount sought it certainly appeared that what was being asked was a lot more than the usual bench marks for go funds in similar circumstances moo

Good points.

Has it been stated what the victims were wearing when found ?
PJ's ?
Daytime/casual attire ?
Apologies if this was discussed, am still reading from the beginning of this thread.
Imo.

 

[Sadi]

Good points.

Has it been stated what the victims were wearing when found ?
PJ's ?
Daytime/casual attire ?
Apologies if this was discussed, am still reading from the beginning of this thread.
Imo.

I don’t recall any of those details having been discussed.

 

[stmichael]

Also, the fact that three men managed to get inside for a welfare check before police would indicate that there were decent # of people who had their key access code or perhaps knew where they stashed a spare key.

Can you please post a source for this fact? I have yet to see one report confirming that anyone entered the crime scene prior to police. Thank you.

 

[stmarysmead]

Children are too young to realize they've been orphaned

Rob Misleh, brother-in-law of Spencer Tepe, said that the orphaned children are doing fine as he patiently waits for his family to see justice.

www.dailymail.co.uk

BIL again.


'This fund exists to help provide stability and care for their children and the immediate family members who are supporting them during this time.'

Misleh told the outlet that support means more than the money itself.

 

[Sadi]

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I read somewhere that he’s the family spokesperson. I think he’s overwhelmed and probably over sharing his thoughts, when he should be quiet.

 

[Charlot123]

I read somewhere that he’s the family spokesperson. I think he’s overwhelmed and probably over sharing his thoughts, when he should be quiet.

This often happens to inherently lonely people. That’s all.

 

[Fromeaster]

I feel sorry for Bill, let him talk.

 

[Sadi]

Children are too young to realize they've been orphaned

Rob Misleh, brother-in-law of Spencer Tepe, said that the orphaned children are doing fine as he patiently waits for his family to see justice.

www.dailymail.co.uk

BIL again.


'This fund exists to help provide stability and care for their children and the immediate family members who are supporting them during this time.'

Misleh told the outlet that support means more than the money itself.

In the news report with the police after the murders (local news station, I believe), he mentioned the officers brought along therapy dogs to comfort the children and give them something else to think about etc. I don’t know if they would ask the 4 year old any questions about if they had any one staying with them or visiting?

 

[stmichael]

In the news report with the police after the murders (local news station, I believe), he mentioned the officers brought along therapy dogs to comfort the children and give them something else to think about etc. I don’t know if they would ask the 4 year old any questions about if they had any one staying with them or visiting?

Depends on the discretion of the family/guardians but they are likely pursuing, carefully, along with a psychologist, questioning of what the 4 year old may have seen or heard.

 

[Inthedetails]

In the news report with the police after the murders (local news station, I believe), he mentioned the officers brought along therapy dogs to comfort the children and give them something else to think about etc. I don’t know if they would ask the 4 year old any questions about if they had any one staying with them or visiting?

My assumption is the officers on the scene wouldn't question the children beyond perhaps basic info but instead provide comfort and care - and arrange for specialized interogators who know how to deal with children to do the questioning.

I am not an expert, though.

jmopinion

 

[moonglow123]

I think people pay attention to him because he likely feels horribly but I am slightly lacking the words to describe him. He sounds bland. But, he has the right to be who he is. The police would not place the kids with him if they were suspicious, I think.

Yeah. Honestly, it seems he lives relatively far away, so if there was any reason to suspect him they’d be able to come up with proof fairly quickly. Family and friends are the first people they’d look or ask questions to, and I’m sure they’d find something if they had any reason to believe he was a suspect.

 

[armchairagatha]

I am sure LE are going through the personal and professional backgrounds of the Tepes as well as all those close to them. Since there is no forced entry, and the murders happened upstairs in the bedroom, we can most likely rule out a random stranger or burglar who was surprised by the Tepes and killed them. Which means the whole thing was done (or arranged if a hit) by someone known to them (or murder-suicide as I have speculated earlier). So the background investigation will reveal the motive and the autopsy report and gun forensics report will reveal how it actually played out.

 

[MassGuy]

In the news report with the police after the murders (local news station, I believe), he mentioned the officers brought along therapy dogs to comfort the children and give them something else to think about etc. I don’t know if they would ask the 4 year old any questions about if they had any one staying with them or visiting?

Typically they do what's called a "forensic interview," conducted by a trained child expert. So it wouldn't be the police asking that older child questions, although they'd typically be watching from outside the room.

 

[Curiousobserver]

Typically they do what's called a "forensic interview," conducted by a trained child expert. So it wouldn't be the police asking that older child questions, although they'd typically be watching from outside the room.

Everyone, including the family, needs to be very careful they don't contaminate the children's memories. It's a skill to question children, they have a hard telling real from not real.

Children can be prompted to say almost anything.

 

[stmichael]

Typically they do what's called a "forensic interview," conducted by a trained child expert. So it wouldn't be the police asking that older child questions, although they'd typically be watching from outside the room.

Yes. To add to that a family can refuse a forensic interview of a child. This happens in many cases as the family is understandably emotional and wants to spare further trauma to the child (in their opinion). Sometimes they hold off till later, and psychologists can take weeks of lightly treading if there is realizde trauma (some kids shut down as an emotional protective response). Most departments in city's have a specialist on call, some even in the agency.

 

[Sadi]

Everyone, including the family, needs to be very careful they don't contaminate the children's memories. It's a skill to question children, they have a hard telling real from not real.

Children can be prompted to say almost anything.

I’m sure the family is very careful about how they’re taking care of the children and have professional support.

 

[Chimera]

I couldnt agree more. Clear as mud so far.

Agreed !

I will be very shocked if this was random.
I believe the perp is known to the victims, somehow !
Only my opinion.

 

[Sadi]

Yes. To add to that a family can refuse a forensic interview of a child. This happens in many cases as the family is understandably emotional and wants to spare further trauma to the child (in their opinion). Sometimes they hold off till later, and psychologists can take weeks of lightly treading if there is realizde trauma (some kids shut down as an emotional protective response). Most departments in city's have a specialist on call, some even in the agency.

Interesting, there’s so much to learn from everyone sharing their experiences and knowledge. Thank you

 

[Fromeaster]

I thought if he left the car somewhere, then he got to his destination and returned the same way. Then there should be a video of him coming.