Man Tries To Bribe Hingham Officers After Drug Charges: Police

HINGHAM, MA — A Mattapan man was arrested Saturday after Hingham officers seized half a pound of cocaine, 15 ounces of marijuana and over $12,000 cash at a traffic stop, police said. According to police, the suspect tried to bribe officers offering to give them the money if they let him go. Police said the man was also driving under the influence of drugs.

Adonis Ruiz, 25, was charged with operating under the influence of drugs, possession with intent to distribute marijuana and cocaine, failure to stop for police, and marked lane violations.

Around 1:30 a.m., Hingham police tried pulling over Ruiz's 2018 Audi SUV when he stopped at a green light and then drove through a red light at the intersections of Whiting and Cushing streets. According to police, Ruiz briefly ignored the traffic stop and kept driving down Whiting Street until he eventually stopped.

Police said Ruiz stayed in drive after he stopped and then abruptly drove forward. Officers had to use a loud speaker to get Ruiz to stop, police said.

Ruiz was given a field sobriety test because police said his eyes were bloodshot and he admitted to smoking marijuana prior to driving. Police said he failed the test.

Officers said they found 15 ounces marijuana and THC infused gummies in the car. During booking, police searched Ruiz and found a half pound of cocaine in his underwear, along with $12,600 in cash. Police said Ruiz told them he'd give them the cash if they let him go.

According to police, Ruiz was released on $1,000. His arraignment is scheduled for Tuesday in Hingham District Court.