Funeral services were held for an elderly
suburban man who died after a run-in with police. Antonio Manrique, 74,
died days after being tackled by a Blue Island police officer in what
investigators call a case of mistaken identity. Manrique's death is
leading to a call to action from community leaders who believe
Hispanics are unfairly targeted by Blue Island police. Hundreds of
people attended the ceremonies for Manrique. "It is a total shock.
We're friends of the family and here in support of them and our deepest
sympathy," said Carol Kozlowski, Blue Island Resident. Almost 40
percent of the city's population is Hispanic. The Latino community is
outraged by the murder. Hundreds showed up on Tuesday night for a city
council meeting to express their frustrations. Residents claimed they
are frequently mistreated by police and city employees. "I feel bad
about it. Something definitely needs to get done. Too many people are
being mistreated by the department," said Aurora Alaya, Blue Island
resident.The encounter one week ago sparked protests and exposed the
raw anger that exists against police in this small south suburb. On
Friday, hundreds of people filled Saint Benedict Catholic Church to
remember a quiet family man. Many here say Manrique's death shook the
town to its core. [more 
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