Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday issued a statement on the death of Chicago Fire Department Lt. Kevin Ward, who died after he was injured in a house fire earlier in August. “On behalf of the City of Chicago, I offer my sincerest condolences on the passing of Chicago Fire Department Lieutenant Kevin Ward. I pray for the peace of his family, friends and loved ones during this most difficult time," Johnson wrote in his statement. "Let us keep Truck #9 and all our dedicated first responders in our hearts as we honor Lt. Ward’s life and memory.”