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
Spring Hill under rabies alert after cat infected in raccoon attack: DOH
A 60-day rabies alert is active for a large portion of Spring Hill after an unvaccinated pet cat contracted the virus during a wild animal attack, according to Hernando County health officials.
10-year-old bicyclist flown to hospital after being hit by 2 vehicles on State Road 52 near Hudson: FHP
A 10-year-old bicyclist was seriously injured Friday afternoon after being hit by two vehicles while trying to cross State Road 52 near Hudson, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Hillsborough County warehouse manager stole, pawned more than $40K in equipment from employer: HCSO
A warehouse manager is accused of stealing more than $40,000 worth of equipment from his employer and pawning the items for cash over a period of multiple years, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Lakeland man found dead after car submerges in retention pond: Police
A 61-year-old Lakeland man was found dead after his vehicle became fully submerged in a retention pond early Thursday morning, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
Polk County detention deputy killed in off-duty crash on I-4: PCSO
A Polk County detention deputy died after an off-duty crash on Interstate 4 near Haines City Tuesday night, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
St. Pete hit-and-run suspect arrested after fiery crash into occupied home: Police
A man was arrested after a hit-and-run crash sent a vehicle into a St. Petersburg home and ignited a fire early Monday morning, according to the St. Pete Police Department.
Tampa detectives searching for suspect accused of killing security guard with vehicle outside nightclub
The Tampa Police Department says a deadly hit-and-run investigation over the weekend is now considered a homicide case. On Tuesday, detectives identified a suspect and issued a warrant for his arrest following the death of a security guard who investigators say was intentionally hit by a vehicle outside an after-hours nightclub.
Charges dropped against St. Pete garbage truck driver in deadly alley crash, prosecutors say
The State Attorney's Office dropped all criminal charges against a St. Petersburg garbage truck driver who was previously jailed after a woman was hit and killed in a downtown alley.
Sarasota County brush fire contained after homes evacuated in Stoneybrook at Venice neighborhood: SCFD
Firefighters battled a brush fire in Sarasota County that has grew to 24 acres and prompted the evacuation of 10 nearby homes in the Stoneybrook at Venice neighborhood, according to Sarasota County Fire Department officials.
Hulk Hogan's death ruled natural, Clearwater police close investigation
The Clearwater Police Department has officially closed its investigation into the death of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, concluding that the case is an attended natural death.