Dean Mirshahi
General Assignment Reporter, VPM NewsDean Mirshahi is VPM News’ general assignment reporter, covering everything from court cases, state and local issues and more.
He previously worked for WRIC-TV, reporting, leading digital election coverage and overseeing digital content.
Dean’s work has led Richmond’s inspector general to comply with city code on issuing reports and exposed issues in the mental health crisis response tied to Irvo Otieno’s in-custody death. He has landed scoops on Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears running for governor, Youngkin’s return-to-work policy, police misconduct cases and more.
Email Dean: [email protected]
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Andrea Sapone’s recently created oversight office is still hiring staff. -
Richmond Commonwealth’s Attorney didn’t rule out future charges.
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Spokesperson: Gov. Youngkin likely to again veto regulated marketplace.
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W. Reilly Marchant oversaw Lee monument, casino cases.
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The property has been incomplete since its 2008 groundbreaking.
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Board discussed police being involved in mental health situations, new funding and training.
