Woman fights off suspected rapist with frying pan

SHARON, Pa — Police in Mercer County say a woman fought off a suspected rapist with a frying pan.

According to WKBN, investigators said the woman invited Anthony Prestopine, 33, to her home in Sharon.

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She told police she fell asleep, and when she woke up Prestopine forced himself on her.

When Prestopine wouldn't leave, the woman said she hit him in the face with a frying pan, according to police.

Prestopine is charged with rape.

WPXI