R.I. Man Sold Fake Sports Merchandise at Mansfield Show: Police

MANSFIELD, MA - A man who allegedly sold counterfeit merchandise in Mansfield has been arrested by police.

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Richard Rufo, 46, was arrested at the Mansfield-Foxboro Holiday Inn where he allegedly attempted to sell counterfeit merchandise at a sports memorabilia show according to the Mansfield Police Department. In addition to the counterfeiting charge, he also faces various drug charges.

During a search of Rufo’s van, police found and seized Oxycodone, Suboxone pills, a 1 1/2oz bag of marijuana, and $760 in cash as well as numerous other counterfeit items and apparel. During the execution of a search warrant in Smithfield, R.I. by Rhode island State Police and Mansfield Police, a sizeable amount of counterfeit merchandise was seized.

Rufo was released on $750 bail at his arraignment.

Photo Credit: Mansfield Police