Coralville Man Charged After Alleged Parking Lot Assault, OWI

Police say the 25-year-old confronted a neighbor over loud music before a physical altercation

Apr. 7, 2026 at 5:15pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a car key and a crumpled parking ticket on a dark asphalt surface, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the details of a neighborhood dispute and drunk driving incident.A late-night parking lot confrontation over loud music leads to an arrest for assault and OWI.Iowa City Today

A 25-year-old Coralville man was arrested Monday night after allegedly assaulting another resident in his apartment complex's parking lot over a dispute about loud music. Police say Jordamy Boboliko grabbed the victim by the throat and scratched his neck during the confrontation. Boboliko was also charged with first-offense OWI after officers observed signs of impairment and he allegedly failed field sobriety tests.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the potential for neighborhood disputes to escalate into violence, as well as the dangers of drunk driving. Coralville has seen an uptick in property crime and violent incidents in recent years, raising community concerns about public safety.

The details

According to police, the incident occurred around 11:45 pm in the parking lot of Boboliko's 9th Street apartment. He allegedly approached another man and they got into an altercation over Boboliko playing his music too loudly. Boboliko is accused of grabbing the man by the throat with his hand and scratching his neck, leaving three visible marks. Witnesses identified Boboliko as the driver of a 2011 Impala at the scene. Officers say he had bloodshot, watery eyes, slurred speech, and impaired balance, and he admitted to drinking. After failing field sobriety tests, Boboliko provided a breath sample showing a blood-alcohol level of 0.153%.

  • The incident occurred around 11:45 pm on Monday, April 7, 2026.

The players

Jordamy Boboliko

A 25-year-old Coralville resident who was arrested and charged with assault and OWI following the parking lot confrontation.

The Alleged Assault Victim

Another Coralville resident who was involved in the altercation with Boboliko over loud music.

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What they’re saying

“We must take neighborhood disputes seriously and ensure the safety of all residents, whether it involves violence or impaired driving.”

— Chief of Police

What’s next

Boboliko is scheduled to appear in court next week, where a judge will determine if he will be released on bail pending trial.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for greater community engagement and conflict resolution resources to prevent neighborhood disputes from escalating. It also highlights the ongoing challenge of drunk driving and the importance of strict enforcement to protect public safety.