Orange County Insight May 2026

Orange County Sheriff’s Office Awards Banquet Adapted from an Orange County Sheriff's Office VA - Jason C. Smith, Sheriff Facebook post from April 30

Sheriff’s Award • Investigator Miranda Pitts • Lieutenant Adam Schienschang • Deputy Ronald Kesner Leadership Award • Sergeant Daniel Fake Integrity Award • Corporal Christian Amos Service Award • Captain Becky Jones Rookie of the Year • Deputy Westly Nixon Investigator of the Year • Investigator Erik Peterson Court Deputy of the Year • Deputy Terrance Davis School Resource Officer of the Year • Deputy Kaitlyn McKeown Patrol Deputy of the Year • Corporal Christian Amos Animal Control Deputy of the Year • Deputy Tyler Nolasco Administrative Excellence • Jennifer Aylor John Berry Award • Xiushka Gibson

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office recently held its annual Awards Banquet, celebrating the exceptional dedication and service of its deputies, staff, and community partners. The event highlighted the outstanding work these men and women perform each day to keep the community safe.

Community Programs • Master Deputy Michael Broyles

Traffic Enforcement & Warrant Services • Corporal Christian Amos DUI Enforcement • Deputy Evan Baker Case of the Year • Investigator Miranda Pitts

These individuals exemplify the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and dedication to public service. Their efforts reflect the Sheriff’s Office’s ongoing commitment to protecting and uplifting the residents of Orange County. The community is encouraged to join in congratulating all of this year’s award recipients for their remarkable achievements.

Lifesaving Awards were presented to: • Sgt. Justin Neal

• Deputy Tyler Nolasco • Deputy Jayden Joseph • Deputy Nicholas Benner • Corporal Christian Amos • Deputy Evan Baker

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