RedactedNarrative: On 10/14/2022 at approximately 3:00 PM I, Officer of the Maryland Natural Resources Police was dispatched to respond to Edward's Boat Yard in Middle River in reference to a boat fire that originated in Kent County Maryland at approximately 2:00 PM on 10/14/2022.
  
  Once I responded to Edwards Boat Yard I made contact with the current vessel owner. The vessel was identified as a 33-foot Carver Yacht cabin cruiser bearing Maryland registration. Upon inspection I observed fire damage to the port side haul as well as fire and smoke damage to the cabin and engine compartment. The port engine may result in a total loss of approximately $10,000 in value.  Subject provided me with a copy of his boaters safety certificate and his State farm insurance policy number. 
  
  Operator stated he was cruising at about 7-8 knots and heard a pop from the cabin, smoke, and an alarm going off. The port engine had already turned off he then shut down the starboard. He then entered the cabin lifted the engine hood and discharged a fire extinguisher. He then called for help over the VHF channel 16. USCG, good sams, NRP units, and Baltimore City fire arrived to assist. Tow US and Baltimore City fire escorted the vessel into Edwards's boat yard in Middle River.
  
  When NRP Area 2 units responded the vessel was under tow and being assisted by fire units. Ofc. attempted to get Operator's information but was unable due to him leaving his ID in his vehicle back at Edwards Boat Yard. I completed the boat accident report. 
  
  Operator was the only person onboard the vessel and was wearing a lifejacket when the incident occurred. Operator had several fire extinguishers on board with 4 total PFDs.
  
  The above events occurred in Kent County, Anne Arundel County, and Baltimore County Maryland.
  