alleyway. By morning, that unsettling image would become part of a devastating mystery: Spencer and Monique Tepe were found dead inside their Columbus home, while their two young children were left unharmed inside.Police have released the grainy footage, taken between 2:00 and 5:00 a.m. on December 30, believing it shows a person of interest near the time of the killings. The individual, dressed in light-colored pants and a dark hooded jacket, walks with their head down, their face hidden from view. Authorities have not identified the person and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The deaths have shaken both the family and the surrounding community. Spencer, a 37-year-old dentist, was known for his kindness and reliability. When he failed to show up for work without explanation, coworkers grew concerned and requested a welfare check. That concern ultimately led police to the home, where the tragic discovery was made.Monique, 39, was remembered as a devoted mother with a background in early childhood education. Friends and relatives described the couple as warm, welcoming, and deeply loved. Their children are now in the care of family members as investigators continue searching for answers.With no suspect or motive publicly identified, the case remains active. What began as a missed routine has left a community mourning and waiting for justice.