A late-afternoon blaze tore through a business office linked to television personality Spencer Pratt in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles on Thursday, prompting a rapid emergency response and an ongoing arson investigation.
The fire broke out at Pratt’s crystal company headquarters inside the Highlands Circle complex on Palisades Drive, sending flames and smoke through the building before firefighters brought the situation under control. No injuries were reported.
Authorities have not confirmed the origin of the fire, and officials say the investigation is still active as they assess whether the incident was accidental or deliberate.
Emergency Crews Respond as Flames Spread Through Office Building
Multiple units from the Los Angeles Fire Department were dispatched to the scene after reports of fire inside the commercial property.
Firefighters worked to contain the blaze in a building that had previously housed a restaurant damaged in earlier wildfire activity in the region.
At the time of the incident, the structure was reportedly undergoing renovation work, adding further complexity to the investigation.
The LAFD later confirmed that its arson unit had been notified, a standard procedure in cases where the cause of ignition is not immediately clear.
Pratt Suggests Political Motive Behind Fire
Shortly after the incident, Spencer Pratt publicly raised concerns about the circumstances surrounding the fire, suggesting it may not have been accidental.
Pratt, who had recently been removed from consideration in the Los Angeles mayoral race, claimed the timing of the blaze appeared suspicious in light of ongoing political tensions in the city.
He alleged that “contentious election activity” could be connected to the incident, though he provided no evidence to support the claim and acknowledged that investigators had not yet reached a conclusion.
Allegations Escalate Amid Political Tensions in Los Angeles
Pratt went further in his comments, suggesting that individuals opposed to his public criticism of local political figures may have been involved.
He referenced outgoing Mayor Karen Bass and city council member Nithya Raman, claiming he had been outspoken against what he described as corruption in city governance.
Authorities have not commented on any political angle to the investigation, and no suspects have been identified.
Business Built Around Crystals and Alternative Healing
Pratt operates the crystal retail brand Pratt Daddy, which he launched in 2017, selling hand-cut gemstones and minerals marketed for wellness and decorative use.
The company’s origins are tied to Pratt’s personal interest in alternative healing practices, which he explored while supporting his wife, singer Heidi Montag, during her recovery from a series of medical procedures that left her in significant pain.
The business has since grown into a niche lifestyle brand focused on crystals such as sugilite, which is promoted for its supposed calming and restorative properties.
Investigation Continues as Officials Urge Caution
Despite public speculation, officials have stressed that the cause of the fire remains undetermined, and no formal conclusions have been made regarding arson or intent.
Pratt thanked firefighters for their response while maintaining his belief that the incident deserves close scrutiny.
As investigators continue their work, authorities have urged the public to avoid drawing conclusions until forensic analysis of the scene is complete and verified findings are released.
