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
4 Tampa men sentenced to prison for armed robberies at Hillsborough County 7-Eleven stores
Four Tampa men who admitted to carrying out a pair of armed robberies at Hillsborough County convenience stores in 2024 have now been sentenced to prison, according to the State Attorney’s Office.
Haines City man drank 'several beers' before crash that killed teen dirt bike rider: PCSO
A Haines City man was arrested on DUI-related charges after Polk County deputies say he caused a three-vehicle crash while trying to pass traffic in a no-passing zone, killing a 17-year-old dirt bike rider.
Fourth of July weekend lane closures: Bay Area interstates, highways and bridges affected through next week
Drivers traveling across the Bay Area should prepare for overnight lane closures and ongoing construction projects as the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) continues roadwork throughout the region next week.
Venice man shot, later died after allegedly breaking into apartment and attacking resident: Police
The Venice Police Department released new details about a deadly apartment shooting this week, saying the man who was killed allegedly forced his way into another man's apartment, attacked him and threatened to shoot him before a struggle over a firearm ended in the intruder's death.
St. Petersburg homicide suspect facing charges in killing of 86-year-old man and dog: Police
A suspect is facing charges in connection with the deadly shooting of an 86-year-old man and the killing of the victim's family dog in St. Petersburg earlier this week, police announced Thursday.
St. Pete selects developers with affordable housing plans for Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment
St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch announced Thursday that the city has selected two local developer partnerships to move forward with the long-awaited redevelopment of the Historic Gas Plant District, calling the decision the beginning of a new chapter after decades of waiting.
Former Hardee County deputy accused of making fraudulent credit card purchases at Florida casino: HCSO
A former Hardee County Sheriff's Office corporal was arrested after investigators say he used another person's credit card to make hundreds of dollars in fraudulent purchases at the Seminole Brighton Bay Hotel & Casino.
Venice man dead after early morning apartment complex shooting: Police
A man is dead after an early Wednesday morning shooting at an apartment complex in Venice, according to the Venice Police Department.
St. Pete police identify suspect after 86-year-old man, family dog killed
St. Petersburg police have released new details in a homicide investigation after an 86-year-old man was found dead Tuesday in the 5800 block of 11th Street South.
Hillsborough County man accused of attacking store owner during $50K jewelry robbery at University Square Mall
A 28-year-old man was arrested after Hillsborough County deputies say he posed as a customer before attacking a jewelry store owner during a robbery at University Square Mall, where he stole approximately $50,000 worth of merchandise.