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By Jenna Sundel
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A married couple was found dead in a home in Ohio on Tuesday, while two small children were unharmed.
The Context
The Columbus Division of Police said the victims were identified as Spencer Tepe, 37, and Monique Tepe, 39. Police said the incident is being investigated as a homicide.
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Police also said two small children were found in the residence unharmed.
Spencer and Monique Tepe married in 2021 and were one month away from reaching their fifth anniversary, WSYX reported.
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What To Know
Columbus patrol officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of North 4th Street for a well-being check at 10:04 a.m. on Tuesday.
Officers found two adult victims suffering apparent gunshot wounds at the scene. Medical personnel pronounced both victims dead at 10:11 a.m.
Spencer and Monique Tepe lived in the Weinland Park neighborhood of Columbus. They had two young children, The Columbus Dispatch reported.
Spencer Tepe worked as a dentist at Athens Dental Depot in Athens, according to the business' website. He received his bachelor's degree and doctor of dental surgery from the Ohio State University, the website said.
In a statement on Facebook, Dr. Mark Valrose and the Dental Depot team wrote: "It is with heavy hearts that we share the sudden passing of our dear colleague and friend, Dr. Spencer Tepe, as well as his wife Monique. He will be deeply missed by our team and the many patients he cared for over the years. Our thoughts and sincerest condolences are with their families and loved ones during this very difficult time."
Valrose, who owns Athens Dental Depot, called 911 to request a welfare check after Spencer Tepe failed to show up for work, WSYX reported.
"He is always on time and he would contact us if there was any issues," Valrose told dispatchers, according to the outlet. "I don't know how else to say this but we are very, very concerned. This is very out of character for him. We can't get in touch with his wife, which is probably the more concerning thing."
What People Are Saying
Dr. Mark Valrose and the Dental Depot team wrote on Facebook: "We ask for your continued patience, support, and privacy as our team mourns these terrible losses."
What Happens Next
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Columbus Police Homicide Unit at (614) 645-4730 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-TIPS (8477).
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