RedactedNarrative: SUMMARY:
  A vessel was destroyed by fire on Starvation Reservoir on May 29, 2016.  Upon investigation, it was determined to be caused by a fuel and battery incident.  
  
  Two occupants were picked up, one of which had a minor burn to his right hand, on the palm, but that was the extent of the injuries
  
  Upon arrival, we found the vessel starboard side up, with approximately 66% of the hull under water.  I jumped onto the shore and collected a few items of evidence.  We then maneuvered around the vessel, and attached a tow rope onto the bow eye.  We then successfully attempted to right the vessel, and return to the boat ramp.  At this point in time, the fire department had arrived at the boat ramp.   As we were approaching the boat ramp at approximately 1740 hours, we observed a boat trailering.  
  
  We then began our investigation.  Pictures were taken, and statements from the vessel's occupants were taken.  I asked the driver to quickly explain what happened. 
  
  He stated that the boat motor was running, and he wanted to start the trolling motor. When he leaned over to start the trolling motor, a fire started. He used an extinguisher, but was unsuccessful. 
  
  
  