Driver #1 Stated in Effect: I went to turn my boat on and a fire broke out in the battery compartment.

Investigation Revealed: On the above date, Operator was on his vessel, a 2013 Black/White Nautic Star 223 bearing New Jersey registration while it was tied to the Lockwood Boat Work Dock in South Amboy. Upon starting the vessel, a fire occurred in the battery compartment. Perth Amboy Fire Department arrived on scene and extinguished the fire. Fire Chief determined that the fire was not suspicious.
RARITAN BAY
SOUTH AMBOY                   