URGENT UPDATE: A disturbing 911 call made months prior to the shocking deaths of a married couple in Columbus, Ohio, has surfaced, raising urgent questions about the events leading up to their tragic end. On December 30, authorities discovered the bodies of Spencer Tepe, aged 37, and his wife, Monique Tepe, aged 39, sparking a manhunt that continues to unfold.
The 911 call, made on April 15, reveals a woman sobbing as she insists to dispatchers that she is “ok” after an emotional dispute with her partner. The operator’s probing questions highlight the tension, with the woman denying any violence had occurred. The chilling audio, released by Fox News, has cast a new light on the couple’s relationship and the circumstances surrounding their deaths.
Columbus police are still searching for answers. They believe Spencer and Monique were killed between 2 AM and 5 AM on December 30, a timeframe that has raised alarm given Spencer’s known punctuality at work. His absence from Athens Dental Depot prompted friends to conduct a wellness check, leading to the harrowing discovery of their bodies shortly after 9:22 AM.
A friend who called 911 reported hearing children inside the home and later found Spencer unresponsive on the floor. “I can tell he’s obviously not breathing,” the caller stated in shock. Fortunately, the couple’s young children and their pet dog were unharmed.
The investigation took a chilling turn when police released surveillance footage on January 5, showing a person of interest walking near the Tepe residence hours before the bodies were found. Authorities have not made any arrests, but the video has drawn attention from experts like former FBI agent Bobby Chacon, who noted the extreme cold that night likely limited pedestrian activity.
Rob Misleh, Spencer’s brother-in-law, commented on the video, suggesting the individual could simply be a passerby. “It looked suspicious,” he admitted, highlighting the community’s ongoing concerns.
As the investigation continues, the motive behind the killings remains a mystery. Authorities have ruled out murder-suicide, leaving many unanswered questions for the Tepe family and the Columbus community.
If you or someone you know is affected by domestic violence, please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or visit their website for support.
Stay tuned for further updates as this developing story unfolds. The community remains on edge, seeking answers in the face of this tragic and unsettling event.
