The Fisker headquarters is in complete abandonment, filled with clutter and evidently hazardous waste, leaving behind clay models.
The headquarters of Fisker, which were used during its final days of operation, have recently been abandoned and are in a state of "total disarray," with barrels of apparent hazardous waste and automotive vehicles.
The former headquarters of Fisker has been left in a state of abandonment, described as "completely disordered," with barrels of what appear to be hazardous waste, automotive equipment, as well as vehicles and clay scale models that were left behind. This situation has been revealed in a recent document submitted in the bankruptcy proceedings by the landlord, Shamrock (La Palma) Properties II, LLC. According to Tony Lenzini, a representative of Shamrock, the property faces cleanup and repair costs due to damages amounting to tens of thousands of dollars, in addition to the need to remove what seems to be hazardous waste.
Shamrock opposes Fisker's attempt to abandon the lease agreement due to the chaotic situation left at the property. It is alleged that Fisker sold some assets on-site to Heritage Global Partners, an auction house, although it has not been determined who is the legal owner of the items that remain. So far, a lawyer for Fisker has not responded to the request for comments on the matter.
This document is presented in a context where Fisker is seeking confirmation of its liquidation plan, a process that began four months ago after filing for bankruptcy. There is a possibility that this could occur in the coming days, despite the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing an objection, indicating that it has initiated an investigation into the company.
Lenzini detailed in his statement that he toured the company's facilities in La Palma, California, alongside representatives of Fisker on September 24. They assured him that Heritage Global Partners would handle the removal of all items by September 27, the day Fisker was scheduled to vacate the property, and that "the building would be cleaned as much as possible." However, Lenzini describes that during those days there was a frantic activity, with items being removed from offices and warehouses to be loaded onto trucks and cars, with no one recording what was being taken out.
Nick Dove, president of HGP, mentioned that his firm had acquired some office equipment and furniture, with an agreement that granted them access until September 30. However, they were not allowed to enter the premises on that date to remove the agreed-upon items. Dove emphasized that "the chemicals and batteries were not part of our transaction" with Fisker.
Lenzini observed people working quickly to remove items from the building, although it was unclear who they were: whether Fisker employees, HGP personnel, Huron staff, or friends of any of them. This situation culminated in the location being left in complete disarray, with barrels of different substances, including two tubs of 50 to 55 gallons, one of which indicated it contained oil, and another, coolant. Approximately 20 automotive batteries were also left on-site, although it is not specified whether they are electric vehicle batteries or conventional car batteries.
Shamrock's attorneys noted that some Fisker vehicles remained parked in the lot, although it was not specified whether they are Ocean SUVs. In his statement, Lenzini expressed concern over the lack of clarity regarding the chemicals left in La Palma. The images attached to the statement show full-size models of the Ronin supercar and the Alaska truck, in addition to an office filled with paperwork and overturned garbage. Furthermore, Shamrock's attorneys claimed that individuals have been able to enter the facility and have attempted to establish themselves in an area that was left vacant and unprotected.