Joe Espy
Joe Espy joined the FOX 13 team in November 2025.
Joe is no stranger to the 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
Woman killed after driver fires gun inside car in Tampa: Police
A woman in her 70s died Saturday morning after Tampa police say a driver shot her inside a vehicle along East Fowler Avenue before pulling into a business parking lot.
Florida FedEx driver accused of stealing packages, replacing laptop with popcorn
A Florida FedEx delivery driver is accused of stealing packages from his delivery route and taking them to his home, where investigators say some of the stolen merchandise was used by him and his girlfriend.
Hillsborough father arrested after 5 children left unattended, 3-year-old found wandering near road: HCSO
A Hillsborough County father was arrested after five young children were left unattended at home, including a 3-year-old child who was found wandering alone, barefoot, along a busy roadway, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Tampa murder arrest: Neighbor helps police identify suspect
Tampa police arrested a man in connection with a deadly shooting on Nebraska Avenue last month after a neighbor helped detectives identify the suspect, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Florida man accused of DUI, driving 101 mph in 50 mph zone: PCSO
A Florida man is facing DUI and dangerous excessive speeding charges after Pinellas County deputies say they clocked him driving 101 mph on East Lake Road early Friday morning.
Venice home invasion: Third suspect arrested, accused of helping plan robbery
Venice police arrested a third suspect in connection with an armed home invasion on Laurel Road East last week. Police say the Cape Coral man helped plan and facilitate the targeted robbery.
'Operation 6-7' leads to 44 arrests, 50 felony charges: BCSO
The Bay County Sheriff's Office said 44 people were arrested during a weeklong targeted enforcement operation focused on criminal activity in Northwest Florida.
Florida unveils new driver license and ID card design filled with state pride: Here's what to know
Florida is rolling out newly designed driver licenses and identification cards featuring images highlighting the state's history and landmarks.
Hernando man killed after firing at family, deputies near Brooksville: HCSO
A man is dead after Hernando County deputies say he fired at family members and responding deputies during a violent argument over missing food Sunday afternoon, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office.
St. Petersburg police release video of SUV sought in deadly hit-and-run
St. Petersburg police released surveillance video Monday showing the Mercedes SUV they are searching for after a hit-and-run crash killed a 65-year-old Pinellas Park motorcyclist early Sunday.