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Mysterious Double Homicide Shocks Columbus Community

1/2/2026

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Tepe Couple Murdered

Spencer Tepe, 37, and Monique Tepe, 39, were found shot dead in their Columbus, Ohio home on December 30, 2025, following a welfare check requested by colleagues.
Their two young children were unharmed, and police found no signs of forced entry or firearms, ruling out murder-suicide.
Spencer had multiple gunshot wounds, while Monique suffered at least one gunshot to the chest.
The couple was one month shy of their fifth wedding anniversary, and authorities are seeking information from the public regarding the case.

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Abatti Pleads Not Guilty

Michael Abatti, 63, pleaded not guilty to domestic violence homicide in the shooting death of his estranged wife Kerri Ann Abatti, 59, in Pinetop, Arizona.
The couple was divorcing when Kerri Ann relocated from California two to three years ago.
He is held on a $5.5 million bond.
In Columbus, Ohio, Spencer Tepe, 37, and his wife Monique Tepe, 39, were fatally shot in their home.
A police camera may have captured the suspect, who remains at large.

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Tepe Couple Murdered

Spencer Tepe, 37, and Monique Tepe, 39, were found shot dead in their Columbus, Ohio home on December 30, 2025, following a welfare check requested by colleagues.
Their two young children were unharmed, and police found no signs of forced entry or firearms, ruling out murder-suicide.
Spencer had multiple gunshot wounds, while Monique suffered at least one gunshot to the chest.
The couple was one month shy of their fifth wedding anniversary, and authorities are seeking information from the public regarding the case.

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