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Iowa City Woman Charged with OWI After Leaving Accident Scene
Doreen Bwayo allegedly fled on foot after being involved in a late-night crash on Heinz Road.
Published on Feb. 22, 2026
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A 29-year-old Iowa City woman named Doreen Bwayo has been charged with OWI, Driving while Revoked, and Driving while Suspended after allegedly leaving the scene of an accident on Heinz Road in the early hours of Wednesday morning. When police located Bwayo, they reported she exhibited signs of intoxication but she refused field and chemical testing.
Why it matters
Leaving the scene of an accident and driving under the influence are serious offenses that can endanger public safety. This case highlights the need for responsible driving and accountability, especially for repeat offenders like Bwayo who had a revoked license due to a prior OWI.
The details
According to court documents, Bwayo was involved in an accident on Heinz Road at around 12:45am on Wednesday. When officers arrived, witnesses said Bwayo had fled the scene on foot heading southbound. Police were able to locate Bwayo and reported that she exhibited signs of intoxication, including bloodshot watery eyes, slurred speech, and lethargic walking. Bwayo denied driving the vehicle, but multiple people allegedly placed her in the driver's seat at the time of the accident. She refused to submit to field sobriety or chemical tests.
- The accident occurred at 12:45am on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
- Bwayo is scheduled to be sentenced on the first OWI charge on February 26, 2026.
The players
Doreen Bwayo
A 29-year-old Iowa City resident who was charged with OWI, Driving while Revoked, and Driving while Suspended after allegedly leaving the scene of an accident and exhibiting signs of intoxication.
What’s next
The judge will determine Bwayo's sentence for the first OWI charge at her hearing on February 26, 2026.
The takeaway
This case underscores the importance of responsible driving and the consequences for those who choose to drive under the influence and flee accident scenes. It also raises questions about repeat offenders and the effectiveness of license revocation as a deterrent.
