Benton County Woman Arrested After Alleged Hotel Room Incident

Authorities say Allison See entered a stranger's room, stripped, and assaulted hotel staff.

Feb. 22, 2026 at 7:26pm

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A 32-year-old woman from Benton County, Iowa has been arrested after allegedly entering a stranger's hotel room in Iowa City, disrobing, and then assaulting the occupant and hotel staff. Allison See is facing multiple charges including burglary, assault, and public intoxication.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the risks of intoxication and trespassing, as well as the challenges hotels face in maintaining security and safety for their guests. It also raises questions about mental health and substance abuse issues that may have contributed to the suspect's alleged actions.

The details

According to police, See entered the victim's room at the Highlander Hotel just after 11:45 PM on Saturday, began stripping, and told the male occupant "Let's do this." She eventually left but later returned and allegedly punched the man in the face. Witnesses reported seeing See consume multiple drinks at the hotel bar prior to the incident. When officers arrived, See allegedly showed signs of intoxication and assaulted police and hospital staff who were trying to restrain her.

  • The incident occurred just after 11:45 PM on Saturday, February 22, 2026.
  • See was arrested and taken to the hospital for evaluation following the incident.

The players

Allison See

A 32-year-old woman from Benton County, Iowa who was arrested for allegedly entering a stranger's hotel room, stripping, and assaulting the occupant as well as hotel and police staff.

Highlander Hotel

The Iowa City hotel where the incident took place.

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What they’re saying

“Let's do this.”

— Allison See

What’s next

See is facing multiple charges including 1st Degree Burglary, Assault Causing Bodily Injury, Public Intoxication, Interference With Official Acts, and two counts of Assault on Persons in Certain Occupations. If convicted on all charges, she could face over 30 years in prison.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of hotel security measures and the need to address underlying mental health and substance abuse issues that may contribute to such disruptive and dangerous behavior. It serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of intoxication and trespassing.