Michael McKee faces murder charges in the deaths of Monique and Spencer Tepe in Columbus, Ohio, with investigators probing possible domestic violence links.

Monique Tepe's ex-husband, Michael McKee, is accused of killing her and her husband, dentist Spencer Tepe, at their Columbus, Ohio, home. Citing Monique's prior references to emotional turmoil in her wedding vows, investigators are looking into potential connections to domestic violence even though authorities have not revealed a confirmed motive. Although no formal conclusions have been drawn, forensic criminologist Dr. Laura Pettler observed patterns consistent with anger-retaliatory conflict. The case is still being investigated, underscoring the dangers of unresolved domestic conflicts. Affected people can get assistance from the National Domestic Violence Hotline.