JAUNPUR: A 27-year-old groom was shot dead allegedly by a relative of the bride while on his way to his wedding, triggering panic in the area, police said on Saturday.The incident took place near Bibipur village under the Khetasarai police station area around 7pm on Friday.The victim, Azad Bind, a resident of Badaur village under Sarai Khwaja police station limits, was travelling with his wedding procession when he was attacked.According to senior superintendent of police (SSP) Kunwar Anupam Singh, a report of gunfire was received from the area, following which police teams rushed to the spot. Preliminary investigation revealed that the groom’s procession was heading towards the bride’s village when the accused intercepted them.Police said a relative of the bride, identified as Pradeep Bind, was allegedly unhappy with the marriage. He, along with an associate, Ravi Yadav, reportedly arrived on a motorcycle and opened fire at the groom. Azad Bind was rushed to a hospital but succumbed to his injuries.SSP Kunwar Anupam Singh says, “A report of gunfire at a wedding procession in the Kheta Sarai police station area was reported. Upon investigation, it was found that a youth named Azad Bind’s wedding procession was heading towards this area. A relative of the bride, Pradeep Bind, was unhappy with the marriage and, along with his associate Ravi Yadav, arrived on a motorcycle and fired at the groom, resulting in his death upon reaching the hospital. Based on the complaint from the family, a case has been registered under the relevant sections. Police teams have been formed to arrest the accused, and their swift apprehension is expected.”Based on a complaint filed by the victim’s family, a case has been registered under relevant sections of law.The victim’s father, Ram Lakhan Bind, said, “We were assaulted by them (accused) earlier as well, while I was on my way to Mumbai, and my leg was broken. There were 2 children, 2 adults apart from the driver, with the boy (victim), in the car.”(With agency inputs)