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

[Ms Scarlett]

BIL Robert Misleh just went live on STS and said that 911 caller is absolutely not Monique, and many can corroborate. It was someone who attended a house party they hosted on that date.

It would be interesting to hear that 911 call. After listening to Monique’s voice in her wedding video, I think she has a distinct voice.

 

[LifeIsAMystery]

Did either of the deceased have an ex-spouse or significant other ?
Was there any ongoing relationship issues from the past, etc.
This terrible crime feels personal.
Imo.

Rest in peace, Monique and Spencer.
Their poor children !!

She had an ex-husband

 

[airportwoman]

Saw a post saying Monique had an ex-husband. Anybody hear more solid detail on that? Were both of the kids by same dad? Curious.

Monique's first marriage was childless, and he is not a person of interest.

AFAIK, Spencer was the father of both children.

 

[osu]

DBM

 

[skyedaze]

I sure hope they realize that you can see a face in the video, it doesn't tell us much beyond skin color and possible shape of face, but it could be enhanced. There is NO WAY that LE didn't do exactly what I did. I expect that is why they have been so quiet, there must be an ENORMOUS amount of video and tips to go through. They don't need to release too much and get another flood of tips until they make progress on current evidence. There are cameras EVERYWHERE in that ally and on the street corners. They KNOW where he went. They KNOW if he was the one who went to ST and MT's house.

First thought is if they had a better picture LE would put it out there but maybe not. Maybe they know like you are saying and just waiting for a bit more evidence while they keep an eye on him.

 

[Starrlight]

Thr brothers in law was talking a bit too much and his previoys reddit comments on unrelated things have all been wiped from his profile.

I think he just went private. He didn't wipe anything. JMO

 

[skyedaze]

Those poor children. Still trying to catch up so maybe this was already mentioned but the report I saw today said this probably happened between 2am and 5 am. So those poor kids were in this situation for a good while. So sad.

 

[stmichael]

Misleh added that he believes the children were not exposed to the crime scene.

"As far as I know, I don’t think that they were. I don’t think that they saw what happened," he said, adding, "or at least I want to believe that with my heart.”

Interesting that the BIL is speaking in such vague terms. I mean at this point he should know more or they did not consent to a forensic interview. Says the kids are acting unaware and happy and they don't want to tell them.

Orphaned Young Kids of Slain Dentist, Wife Are 'Unaware as They Ever Could Be,' Says Family Member

Monique Tepe's brother-in-law says he believes the children did not see the crime scene.

people.com

 

[skyedaze]

Interesting that the BIL is speaking in such vague terms. I mean at this point he should know more or they did not consent to a forensic interview. Says the kids are acting unaware and happy and they don't want to tell them.

Orphaned Young Kids of Slain Dentist, Wife Are 'Unaware as They Ever Could Be,' Says Family Member

Monique Tepe's brother-in-law says he believes the children did not see the crime scene.

people.com

Ok well, let's hope so.

 

[Sillybilly]

ADMIN NOTE:

Alterations (including AI generated alterations) of LE officially released images is not allowed. The only thing members are allowed to do is enlarge the original released image.

 

[Voidz]

I guess it is a motive, but seems lower down on the list of probable theories.

I was thinking more jealousy or revenge or a money issue related to maybe the murderer was unable to pay back a loan?

A sibling may also have the responsibility of raising the children now which means access to any money or trusts or life insurance payouts to assist with raising them?

 

[Voidz]

I'm not understanding the criticism I'm seeing in regard to the brother-in-law speaking out so frequently.

The number one complaint we hear from families in similar situations, is that their case isn't receiving much media attention. Why? Because they know that media attention can help bring about a resolution. It applies pressure to law enforcement, and can help generate leads.

If I was in his position I'd be speaking to absolutely any outlet that would listen, and I wouldn't shut up until the case was solved.

It was more personal information being shared within hours of the murders. With a murderer on the loose during such a tragic time, it was the comfort of sharing private info online that made people find it peculiar.

This person is not a blood relative and some may say he is fair game for speculation now he has put himself out there.

 

[crhedBngr]

Regarding the time frame of the Columbus Police POI video, I found the following from the below-linked MSNBC article:

Investigators believe Spencer Tepe, a dentist in Athens, and his wife, Monique Tepe, were killed in their home during the 3-hour window when the video was recorded.

Investigators believe Spencer Tepe, a dentist in Athens, and his wife, Monique Tepe, were killed in their home during the 3-hour window when the video was recorded.

ETA: Edited this to include reference from an acceptable MSM source.

JMVHO.

 

[Speculaytor]

First thought is if they had a better picture LE would put it out there but maybe not. Maybe they know like you are saying and just waiting for a bit more evidence while they keep an eye on him.

Knowing all of the cameras that are along these allies and streets, they should be able to track this person's movements, where he came from, and where he ended up. Unless, he got into a car and drove away. Plates not picked up. It was 23F out that night, he couldn't have been going far, or out in that temp for too long. He either went to a home, apartment, to the Tepe's, or where? Are they still looking at videos and trying to piece together his movements?

 

[ATLGIRL]

It would be interesting to hear that 911 call. After listening to Monique’s voice in her wedding video, I think she has a distinct voice.

Here it is (if I’m not supposed to post this, please remove) 911 call at Ohio dentist's home reported 'domestic dispute' months before he and wife found shot dead: records

 

[skyedaze]

Knowing all of the cameras that are along these allies and streets, they should be able to track this person's movements, where he came from, and where he ended up. Unless, he got into a car and drove away. Plates not picked up. It was 23F out that night, he couldn't have been going far, or out in that temp for too long. He either went to a home, apartment, to the Tepe's, or where? Are they still looking at videos and trying to piece together his movements?

He wasn't really dressed warmly enough too go far for long, but who knows.

 

[Deepinthought52]

Coumo was saying that the dentists were one hour late for work and their office called police, saying that it was of particular concern that they couldn't reach the wife...

is one hour late kinda suss? do they know something at the office?

<modsnip: not victim friendly>

One hour late in a profession with appointments and having a good reputation of calling if not there would be concerning if you couldn't reach dentist or person to contact if needed…jmo

 

[Mayor Perk]

IMO The family needs a professional spokesperson. Spencer's father works for a high-powered Cincinnati law firm. They surely can help find someone.

 

[Inthedetails]

IMO The family needs a professional spokesperson. Spencer's father works for a high-powered Cincinnati law firm. They surely can help find someone.

The family doesn't need a spokesperson, imo, since LE is actively working on the case. There isn't a missing person to advocate for, and there isn't a need to push LE into action. I expect silence from this point forward, unless BIL is making the youtube circuit (which I hope he isn't, tbh).

jmopinion

 

[Chimera]

A little surprised that LE haven't arrested anyone or not even named a poi yet ?
No useable fingerprints or dna anywhere, and it looks like no camera/ring doorbell footage from the Tepa's house, either.