Ex‑Husband Waives Extradition Hearing, Set for Ohio Transfer After Double‑Homicide Arrest
Updated (2 articles)
Waiver Clears Path for Interstate Transfer Michael David McKee, a 39‑year‑old Chicago‑area doctor and Monique Tepe’s ex‑husband, appeared in Winnebago County court and voluntarily waived his right to an extradition hearing, allowing authorities to move him to Franklin County, Ohio for trial [1][2].
Premeditated Aggravated Murder Charges Confirmed McKee is charged with premeditated aggravated murder for the Dec. 30 shootings of Monique and Spencer Tepe in their Columbus home, where investigators found no forced entry, no weapon recovered, and the couple’s children and dog were left unharmed [1][2].
Transfer Hearing Scheduled and Evidence Detailed Jan. 19 hearing will confirm logistics as the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office coordinates with Ohio officials; surveillance video and a vehicle linked to McKee were key in identifying him, ending weeks of speculation after his Saturday arrest [1][2].
Sources (2 articles)
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AP: Ex‑husband waives extradition in Ohio killings, to be returned to Ohio for trial: Details McKee’s waiver, pre‑trial transfer plans, family reaction, and investigative findings such as lack of forced entry and untouched children .
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WBNS: Ex‑husband charged in Tepe killings to be extradited to Ohio: Highlights the initial court appearance, charge amendment to premeditated aggravated murder, and the role of surveillance and vehicle evidence in linking McKee to the crime .
Timeline
Dec 30, 2025 – Monique and Spencer Tepe are found shot dead in their Columbus home; investigators note no forced entry, no weapon recovered, nothing stolen, and that their two young children and dog remain unharmed. [1]
Early Jan 2026 – Police release security‑footage of a person of interest near the Tepes’ residence, generating dozens of tips and expanding the manhunt across state lines toward a Chicago‑area apartment. [1]
Jan 12, 2026 – Michael David McKee appears in Winnebago County, Illinois, for his first court hearing; he waives his right to an extradition hearing, clearing the path for transport to Ohio. Hours before the hearing, Franklin County amends the charge to pre‑meditated aggravated murder. [2]
Jan 12, 2026 – The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office coordinates with Franklin County officials to handle McKee’s extradition; he is booked Saturday morning as investigators pursue the transfer. [2]
Jan 13, 2026 – McKee again waives any extradition hearing; a Jan 19 hearing is scheduled to confirm his transfer back to Franklin County for trial. The Tepes family calls the arrest “an important step toward justice” and says they trust the system to protect their children. [1]