ST. LOUIS (AP) — A 34-year-old man is recovering from minor cuts and abrasions after fending off an attacker who was wielding a machete.

The attack happened Monday afternoon as the victim was walking in a St. Louis alley. Police say a 53-year-old man approached him and the two began to argue about personal matters.

The victim walked away. Police say the suspect left but returned with a machete and began swinging at the victim.

The victim suffered cuts to both hands when he grabbed the machete. He was treated at a hospital.

No arrests have been made.