Joe Espy
Joe Espy joined the FOX 13 team in November 2025.
Joe is no stranger to Tampa Bay area. He grew up in Valrico and looks forward to covering stories back home in the 813.
After graduating from Florida Gulf Coast University in 2022, Joe spent two years as a digital producer for Gulf Coast News in Fort Myers.
Outside of work, Joe enjoys watching all kinds of sports, especially if his favorite Michigan and Detroit teams are playing. In his free time, Joe enjoys spending time with family and his English bulldog, Kaia.
The latest from Joe Espy
Brandon man facing 22 charges after shots fired during road rage on I-75: FHP
A man is accused of firing multiple gunshots at a vehicle during a road rage incident on Interstate 75 in Gibsonton Saturday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Family holds press conference after Brandon teen killed by train
Family and friends held a press conference Sunday in Tampa for Jamar Bond, a 17-year-old Brandon High School student who was hit by a freight train Thursday morning and later died in the hospital on Friday.
Firefighters rescue dog trapped in drain pipe: HCFR
An unexpected rescue ended with a wholesome moment after firefighters saved a dog that had fallen into a drain pipe Saturday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Hillsborough County school bus aide accused of hitting 9-year-old student with autism: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested a school bus aide after deputies say he hit a 9-year-old student with autism multiple times.
Pinellas County icon Fred E. Marquis dies at 96
Fred E. Marquis, a former Pinellas County Administrator and retired U.S. Army Major General who helped shape the Bay Area for generations, passed away peacefully on Jan. 3, county officials announced.
Driver dead, dog saved after SUV found partially submerged in Lake Marion: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 64-year-old man whose SUV was found partially submerged in Lake Marion Friday evening.
Man seriously injured in early-morning Tampa shooting: Police
A man is in critical condition after being shot early Saturday morning, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Teen dies after being hit by train in Brandon: HCSO
A 17-year-old Brandon High School student was killed after being struck by a freight train Thursday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Dade City garage fire erupts from malfunctioning lithium‑ion batteries: PCFR
Pasco County Fire Rescue crews contained a garage fire early Wednesday morning that ignited in a Dade City home from malfunctioning lithium‑ion batteries.
Hernando County issues burn ban amid high wildfire risk
A burn ban was issued Thursday for Hernando County due to worsening drought conditions and an increased risk of wildfires, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.