The watercraft had just left the campground after getting fueled up. The boat had just left the channel into the lake when the boat occupants noticed smoke coming from the engine bay. The boat was shut off and the Operator used a fire extinguisher on the engine bay. The engine stopped smoking, but the boat was now inoperable. The boat drifted to the listed address (Location where the victim was found) where it was tied up. No one was hurt or injured during the incident. Life jackets were not being worn. No drugs or alcohol were involved. It is believed that a belt failed causing the motor to overheat and start to smoke. The Motor is believed to be a Total Loss. There was no other damage to anyone or any other property from this incident.
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