ISLAMABAD: At least 24 people were killed and dozens injured, some critically, on Wednesday when an explosion occurred behind the Metro Shopping center in the Sabzi Mandi area of the capital city.
Police and rescue teams rushed to the site of the incident after the explosion occurred.
Initial reports suggest that the explosive material was planted inside a box containing fruits.
Police initiated a search operation and cordoned off the area.
Police personnel claimed that the incident appeared to be an act of terrorism.
Police also arrested a 'suspicious' person from the location of the blast.
