The 50-year-old victim reportedly told police the argument escalated, and 66-year-old Angel Hernandez went to his car and removed a machete.
The suspect then allegedly slashed the victim in the left hand, left shoulder and upper lip with the knife.
The victim was treated and released from a local hospital.
Police located Hernandez while canvassing the area. They say the machete was recovered from a wooded area where the suspect was seen disposing of the evidence.
Hernandez was charged with assault and criminal possession in a weapon 3rd degree.
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WEB PRODUCED BY: Bill King
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