Deputies also upped enforcement in Queens earlier this month after they say crowds were seen drinking and partying along Steinway Street.Ĭuomo on Tuesday said that 45 businesses, including 12 New York City bars, have had their liquor licenses revoked for 'egregious violations' of COVID-19 executive orders since he threatened to yank licenses on June 18 to incentivize compliance with his emergency orders. The person who allegedly coordinated the event is expected in court soon, authorities said. One such tip led to authorities busting up what they say was a sex party of about 30 people in Midtown Manhattan on Friday.
The Office of the New York City Sheriff, which has taken the lead on enforcing social distancing guidelines, is responding to tips from the public on parties believed to violate COVID-19 measures. Video evidence has shown many ignoring the mandates, resulting in additional warnings and the revocation of dozens of liquor licenses, authorities said. The city's Phase 4 regulations forbid indoor gatherings of more than 50 people, and say that anyone who attends a properly sized event must adhere to health department guidelines on social distancing and mask-wearing. Authorities in New York City are ramping up efforts to crack down on massive parties and other large gatherings as more videos pop up on social media showing mask-less revelers flouting the rules.
