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
Florida AG files shareholder petition seeking New York Times corporate records over editorial standards
Florida officials filed a shareholder petition in New York state court to force The New York Times Company to allow an inspection of its corporate records.
Video: Florida man resists DUI arrest after truck crashes into canal
A Florida man was arrested on DUI charges after Cape Coral police said he crashed his truck into a canal last week.
Tampa woman killed after car crashes into bus stop; driver charged with DUI manslaughter: FHP
A 49-year-old woman was killed and a man is facing a DUI manslaughter charge after a sedan crashed into a woman at a bus stop Tuesday night near Tampa, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida teen accused of making several swatting calls, setting vehicle on fire: 'He was bored'
A 14-year-old Florida boy was arrested after he told investigators he made a series of swatting calls, including one incident involving Six Flags Magic Mountain in California. The teen also admitted to setting a vehicle on fire at a towing business near his home, according to the Bay County Sheriff's Office.
Florida man accused of shooting and killing dog; dead cats found at home: SJSO
A Florida man is facing multiple felony charges after St. Johns County deputies said he shot and killed his dog. Investigators found the remains of two dead cats on the property of Jake Matthew, 34, while the remains of a decapitated dog were found at his home and in a nearby empty lot, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office.
Woman found dead in Citrus County; suspect arrested after pursuit: CCSO
A death investigation in Citrus County led to the arrest of a suspect Monday night after deputies said he fled from a traffic stop and crashed his vehicle into a tree.
Sarasota County stabbing leaves man hospitalized; 19-year-old arrested: SCSO
A 19-year-old man is accused of stabbing a man with a kitchen knife after an argument at a Sarasota Springs home Saturday night, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
Coast Guard rescues 2 missing jet skiers near Courtney Campbell Causeway
Two missing jet skiers were rescued Sunday after their jet ski tipped over during a storm and they were swept away near the Courtney Campbell Causeway, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
Westbound I-4 to close overnight at Downtown Tampa Interchange: Here's what to know
All westbound lanes of Interstate 4 will be closed overnight through the Downtown Tampa Interchange Monday as crews perform maintenance work, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
7 injured after Breeze bus hits SCF sign in Sarasota County crash: SCSO
Seven people were injured after a crash involving a Breeze bus and another vehicle caused the bus to hit the State College of Florida monument sign, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.