(KNZA)--A Doniphan County sheriff’s deputy has been honored for his heroic actions.

Sheriff Mark Allen presented Deputy Grady Miller with the Life Saving Award during Monday’s county commission meeting.

The award recognizes Deputy Miller’s bravery on December 10th, 2025, when he responded to a mental health call involving a suicidal juvenile in Elwood. The youth was found on a dike over the Missouri River and later entered the water.

Without hesitation, Deputy Miller went into the river and rescued the juvenile, preventing what could have been a tragedy.

In addition to the Life Saving Award, Deputy Miller has also been selected to receive the Kansas Valor Award, which will be presented in May.

Undersheriff Brendan Wolvington and members of Deputy Miller’s family were on hand for the ceremony.

Deputy Miller joined the Doniphan County Sheriff’s Department in January 2025 after previously serving with the Hiawatha Police Department.