Unknown Caller Linked to Ohio Dentist’s Wife’s Murder
In the months leading up to the tragic death of an Ohio dentist’s wife, an emotional caller reported a “domestic dispute” from their home. Interestingly, that caller was a guest at a party who had been arguing with their own partner, according to family members.
Spencer Tepe, 37, and his wife Monique, 39, were found shot in their home between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. on December 30. Thankfully, their two children and family dog were inside but unharmed.
In April, eight months prior to the couple’s murder, an unidentified woman had called 911 from the same address in Wineland Park, citing a “domestic dispute.” Spencer’s brother-in-law, Rob Misley, revealed on a podcast that this caller wasn’t Monique, as some had thought, but rather a random party guest. However, the caller’s identity hasn’t been made public.
Misley mentioned that the couple’s parties often had “a lot of people,” adding that things could get rowdy—especially when alcohol was involved.
“I was a bit taken aback,” he cited regarding the caller. “Maybe she was going through some kind of mental health episode at that moment.” Misley explained that the woman called police from her mobile device.
Audio from dispatch recorded a woman crying as she reported her distress after “having an affair” with her partner. Despite her emotional state, she reassured the dispatcher that she was fine.
When the operator asked why she called, she responded, “Because my husband and I got caught up in it. But I’ll be alright, I promise.” When asked if she had been physically harmed, she denied it, insisting no one was hurt.
The incident was classified as a “domestic dispute,” and after a follow-up, authorities deemed further assistance unnecessary.
Spencer’s body was discovered the following Tuesday after a colleague conducted a “wellness check” when he didn’t show up for work. The colleague found both Spencer and Monique deceased in a room near their children, aged 4 and 1, along with their Goldendoodle, all unharmed.
The kids were later returned to family care, with Misley noting that they seemed “more oblivious than ever.” Reports indicate that Spencer was shot multiple times, while Monique was hit at least once in the chest.
No signs of forced entry were found, and no weapons were located at the scene. Authorities do not believe the case is a murder-suicide.
Additionally, the Columbus Police Department released footage of a “person of interest” seen wandering near the Tepe residence, described as wearing light pants and a black hooded jacket.
Misley mentioned to NewsNation that this individual could simply be a “stranger walking home drunk from a bar.” The investigation into this disturbing double murder remains ongoing, with no clear motive identified yet.
