RICHMOND, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- An Orange County deputy has been recognized for providing exemplary service and support to the victims of crime in Virginia.

Attorney General Jason Miyares hosted the seventh annual Unsung Heroes Award Ceremony on Wednesday.

According to a release, these awards were established to acknowledge Virginians who have dedicated their work to support crime victims with trauma-informed responses in their recovery and healing journey.

“Unsung Heroes wake up each morning, not knowing what horrors or pain the work day could bring, but recognizing that there are crime victims in need of their support, advocacy, and care. The defining characteristic of our Unsung Heroes is their unconditional willingness to make a difference in the lives of those too often forgotten, their unconditional willingness to do what’s right. Their courage and commitment to making a positive impact in a crime victim’s life inspires me every day,” said Miyares. 

In Orange County, Deputy Bryce Gilbert was highlighted for his responses to domestic violence cases.

The release says he consistently contacts victim services while on-scene to ensure the victim has support and is connected to the resources they need.

He also follows up with victims, especially those who experienced a serious crime, to ensure their safety, even when he is not on duty.

Gilbert, who is certified in Crisis Intervention, has recently received his drone pilot license and is one of four deputies assigned to the Drone Team, which uses drones to help locate missing persons, locate fleeing criminals, collect forensic documentation and more.

Other people recognized this year include Victim Witness Coordinator Jamie Abbott-Moore in Cumberland County, Domestic Violence Officer Investigator Natasha Chandler in Wise County, Director of Victim Services and Victim Advocate Angel Mefford in Wise County, Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Alycia Eldridge in Rockingham County, Lieutenant Max Engel on the USS John C. Stennis Aircraft Carrier in Newport News Shipyard, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator Shalise Figueroa at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Lead Sexual Assault Response Coordinator Scottie Hampton at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Valley Children’s Advocacy Center Executive Director Rebecca Simmons, Detective Sergeant Norma McGuckin with the Culpeper Police Department, Spotsylvania County Commonwealth’s Attorney Ryan Mehaffey, Hampton Victim Services Unit Assistant Director Latasha Powell-Mason, Daisy Schuurman at the Children’s Hospital of King’s Daughters Child Advocacy Center, and Operations Officer Major Nathan Cox with the U.S. Marine Corps Victim Legal Counsel Organization.