The explosion occurred in the city's main bazaar which was crowded with shoppers at the time of the incident. — AP

DERA ISMAIL KHAN At least seven people were injured when unknown men hurled a hand-made explosive at a shop in Dera Ismail Khan on Thursday, DawnNews reported.

The shop, located in the citys main bazaar, was crowded with shoppers when the blast took place.

Police cordoned off the area and started the investigation.

However, no arrests have been made regarding the incident so far.

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