A Highbridge man was arrested for allegedly stabbing a 58-year-old man in the back, police say.

Odane A. Roye, 31, was taken into custody Tuesday and is accused of carrying out the attack at around 10:30 p.m. on April 16 near 1765 University Ave.

Authorities say Roye allegedly started an argument with the man before taking out a knife and stabbing him twice in the back.

EMS took the 58-year-old to St. Barnabas Hospital. Police say he is expected to recover.

Roye is charged with assault and criminal possession of a weapon.