Man accused of Columbus double homicide arrested in Rockford

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A man wanted for the murder of his ex-wife and her husband was arrested Saturday morning in Winnebago County.

Michael D. McKee, 39, was arrested in Rockford on Jan. 10, according to Columbus Division of Police. He is suspected of killing Spencer and Monique Tepe Dec. 30 in their home.

Records show on Jan. 10, a warrant was issued for his arrest and just before noon the same day McKee was booked in Winnebago County Jail.

Franklin County court records show McKee is now charged with two counts of aggravated murder with premeditation.

McKee reportedly married Tepe in 2015 and divorced two years later. McKee’s address is listed in Chicago.

Online searches reveal McKee one time had privileges to see OSF patients in Rockford and worked out of a local office. He also has an active surgery license in Illinois.

OSF released the following statement when asked about McKee’s role at the hospital:

“OSF is cooperating with authorities who will provide any further information. All questions should be directed to law enforcement authorities.”

McKee’s scheduled to appear in court at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 12.