Authorities in Columbus, Ohio, are delving into the tragic deaths of a local dentist and his spouse, who were discovered shot in their residence, mere weeks shy of their fifth anniversary.

Officers arrived at the home around 10 a.m. on Tuesday for a wellness check, where they found Spencer and Monique Tepe deceased, both having suffered gunshot wounds. Fortunately, their two young children were present but unharmed.

Dr. Mark Valrose, proprietor of Athens Dental Depot where Spencer was employed, initiated the request for police intervention. After Spencer failed to appear for work, concern grew among colleagues, prompting Valrose to call 911 and request a wellness check.

Fox News Digital accessed the 911 call details via a public records inquiry. Law enforcement is currently appealing to the public for assistance as they continue the search for a suspect.

Dr. Spencer Tepe and his wife Monique were found shot and killed in their Columbus home on Tuesday, while their children were found safe. Investigators reportedly believe the incident is not a murder-suicide. (Athens Dental Depot)

According to WSYX, police don’t believe their deaths were a murder-suicide. Officials added there wasn’t a firearm recovered at the scene and there were no signs of forced entry.

Valrose called 911 on Tuesday at 9:03 a.m. to raise the alarm about Spencer and Monica. An officer with the Columbus Police Department arrived at the Tepe household at 9:22 a.m., but didn’t get an answer after knocking.

Ohio dentist Dr. Spencer Tepe and his wife, Monique Tepe, were found shot to death inside their home in Columbus, Ohio on Tuesday. (Athens Dental Depot/Facebook)

“Spencer works with me and he did not show up to work this morning and we cannot get ahold of him or his family,” Valrose said. “He is always on time and he would contact us if there is any issues whatsoever…we’re very, very concerned because this is very out of character and we can’t get in touch with his wife, which is probably the more concerning thing.”

Authorities are investigating after Ohio dentist Dr. Spencer Tepe and his wife, Monique Tepe, were found shot to death inside their Columbus, Ohio, home.  (Athens Dental Depot/Facebook)

In a separate 911 call from one of Spencer’s friends who went to their home, the caller said “there’s a body.”

A Columbus police officer adjusts crime scene tape after officers responded to the home of Monique Tepe and Spencer Tepe, where the pair were found shot to death in Columbus, Ohio.  (The Columbus Dispatch via USA Today)

“We just came here and he appears dead. He’s laying next to his bed, off of his bed in his blood. I can’t get closer to see more than that,” the caller said. “I can tell he’s obviously not breathing or anything.”

In a statement on Facebook, Athens Dental Depot said Spencer will be “deeply missed.”

A Columbus police officer adjusts crime scene tape after officers responded to the home of Monique Tepe and Spencer Tepe, where the pair were found shot to death in Columbus, Ohio.  (The Columbus Dispatch via USA Today)

“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,” the business said.

Rob Misleh, Spencer’s brother-in-law, told WSYX that the couple was going to celebrate their five-year anniversary next month after getting married in 2021.