Dorian Leroy, the owner of NEEC Technology Repairs in Belleville, is facing a difficult situation after his business was flooded with raw sewage. He estimates that he has spent around $20,000 to clean up the mess caused by a backup in the city sewer system. Leroy has reached out to Belleville City Hall multiple times, but has not received any assistance.
In an attempt to salvage what he could, Leroy and his team tried to mop up the sewage water that gushed out of the toilet like a fountain, flooding the back area of his business. Unfortunately, Leroy’s private insurance company denied his claim because the damage was outside of the building and on the city’s side.
When Leroy contacted the city, they claimed they were unaware of any sewer problems and therefore were not responsible for the damages. Frustrated and feeling like he’s being left to deal with the aftermath on his own, Leroy is now navigating this challenging situation with $25,000 of unexpected expenses weighing heavily on his small business.
