Uganda, May 3 -- Police in Mbale City have launched investigations into a violent stabbing at Snap Lounge bar and restaurant along Bufumbo Road, where a 23-year-old woman was attacked during an altercation involving a group of women.

Authorities cordoned off the bar and declared it a crime scene, leading to its closure for two days. The premises later reopened on Saturday as investigations continued.

Elgon Regional Police spokesperson Mr Rogers Taitika confirmed the incident, saying one suspect has been arrested while others remain at large.

"The suspect is in custody as efforts to trace and arrest her accomplices continue. They will face charges of attempted murder," said Taitika.

Police identified the suspect as Shadia Nambozo. She ...