RedactedNarrative: Vessel engine compartment caught fire during cruising. No injuries reported
  
  Operator stated the he was transporting the vessel for a friend being it was just sold.  He stated that he smelt smoke, shut down the motors and grabbed the fire extinguisher.  He stated he didn't feel safe enough to attempt to extinguish the fire and left the vessel.  He was picked up by a Good Samaritan on a jet ski and then brought to another vessel close by.  Operator filled out a sworn statement explaining the event and advised that he did not sustain any injuries.  
  
  The vessel was towed to Maximo Boat Ramp by Eckerd College.  Pictures of the vessel and damage were taken.   A current boating safety inspection was completed and the vessel had all required equipment.  
  
  	He advised that the vessel was sold about two weeks ago.  New owner was contacted and he advised that he did own the vessel and was in possession of the title.  He stated it was insured through Safeco.  He stated he was in the process of arranging to have to vessel moved to a marina.  I provided him with a case number for his records.
  