Benton Harbor Residents Say Water Plant Operator’s Conduct Was ‘Shocking’

( September 16, 2025, 11:53 AM EDT) -- GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Residents who have sued Benton Harbor, Mich., and its officials over lead contamination XE "lead contamination"  in drinking water have filed a brief in Michigan federal court arguing that Benton Harbor Water Plant operator Michael O’Malley’s conduct was “deliberately indifferent and shocking,” therefore his motion for summary judgment dismissal of the lone remaining claim against him should be denied....