Family: Bronx chef injured in shooting was innocent bystander

A chef and father of six is fighting for his life after being shot while waiting for the bus in the Bronx, according to his family.

Natalie Hernandez

Apr 16, 2025, 9:29 PM

Updated 8 days ago

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A chef and father of six is fighting for his life after being shot while waiting for the bus in the Bronx, according to his family.
They say Ian Blake was hit in the lower back on April 9 while heading home from work.
His family says he was an innocent bystander and remains hospitalized at St. Barnabas.
The 52-year-old has undergone multiple surgeries and is now on dialysis.