S3E1: She Thought It Was Over | The Murders of Spencer & Monique Tepe

Season 3 of Real Crime Stories examines domestic violence homicides through the lives of the victims, the warning signs that preceded the violence, and the investigations that followed.Monique Tepe's marriage to Michael McKee ended years before she and her husband, Spencer Tepe, were found murdered in their Columbus, Ohio home. Yet investigators would later allege that the danger had not ended at all. We explore the lives of Spencer and Monique, the investigation into their deaths, and the warning signs that can persist long after an abusive relationship appears to be over.Through court records, investigative findings, and public reporting, we examine a case that demonstrates why leaving an abusive relationship is often one of the most dangerous periods for a victim. Real Crime Stories is a victim-centered investigative podcast examining domestic violence fatalities, warning signs, and system failures through court records, police reports, and public records.For case updates, source documents, and additional information, visit:Website:https://realcrimestories.orgFollow Real Crime Stories on Facebook:https://facebook.com/realcr1mestoriesEvery case has a story.Every victim had a life.And every warning sign matters.