Marion Woman and Teen Charged in Apartment Burglary and Stabbing

Makaylee Dwyer and Katelyn Hauser face multiple charges including first-degree burglary and assault.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A 24-year-old Marion woman and a 16-year-old Marion teen have been arrested and charged with breaking into a Cedar Rapids apartment, assaulting an occupant, and the teen stabbing the occupant in the chest with a kitchen knife. The two are facing charges including first-degree burglary, conspiracy to commit a forcible felony, and additional assault-related charges.

Why it matters

This incident highlights ongoing concerns about home invasions, violent crime, and the challenges of addressing juvenile delinquency in the Cedar Rapids area. It also raises questions about the motivations behind the alleged attack and whether mental health or other factors may have played a role.

The details

According to police, Makaylee Dwyer and Katelyn Hauser went to an apartment in Cedar Rapids on Thursday and forcibly entered without permission. They had been communicating with a person inside the apartment beforehand, saying they wanted to fight her. Once inside, they assaulted the occupant by punching her, and then Hauser allegedly stabbed the occupant in the chest with a kitchen knife she had brought from home, causing a deep laceration. Hauser had also reportedly slashed the tires on a vehicle belonging to someone in the apartment.

  • The incident occurred on Thursday, February 13, 2026.
  • Dwyer and Hauser had their first court appearances on Friday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Makaylee Dwyer

A 24-year-old woman from Marion, Iowa who has been charged with first-degree burglary, conspiracy to commit a forcible felony, and general assault.

Katelyn Hauser

A 16-year-old teen from Marion, Iowa who has been charged with first-degree burglary, conspiracy to commit a forcible felony, going armed with intent, willful injury resulting in bodily injury, and fourth-degree criminal mischief.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether to grant bail for Dwyer and Hauser at their upcoming court hearings.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for continued efforts to address violent crime and juvenile delinquency in the Cedar Rapids area, including examining potential root causes and ensuring appropriate interventions and support services are available.