Pizza Parlor Owner Accused Of Stabbing Woman With Pen

HUDSON, FL — A pizza restaurant owner is facing multiple charges after being accused of repeatedly battering a woman who was a passenger in his car.

According to the Pasco County Sheriff's Office, Vincent James Zarro, 40, owner of Zarro's Pizza in Spring Hill was arrested Monday after a woman said they were riding down U.S. 19 in Hudson when they got into an argument.

The woman said Zarro stabbed her in the forehead with a pen, punched her in the ribs and threw a beer can at her face. When she tried to get out of the car, he grabbed her by her shirt and bra strap and pulled her back in, striking her in the face.

Deputies said the woman had injuries consistent with the story she told.

Zarro was charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, aggravated assault, domestic battery, false imprisonment and violation of probation.

He's being held in the Land O' Lakes Detention Center without bond.