New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that his administration will continue its crackdown on underage drinking and use of fake IDs across the state.
On Thursday, Gov. Cuomo noted that NewYork is “home to some of the best outdoor theaters and concert venues in the Northeast.” He added, By cracking down on irresponsible behavior, we can ensure that concertgoers of all ages remain safe.”
Furthermore, the governor encouraged individuals considering of buying alcoholic beverages using fake IDs to think twice. He reminded them that New York law enforcement agencies continue to clamp down illegal activities statewide.
The New York Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV), State Liquor Authority and State Park Police are working together prevent underage drinking.
Since May, the DMV made a total of 78 arrest under its Operation Prevent campaign. As the summer concert season is underway, the agency expects underage drinking to be in full swing again.
New York investigators use portable document verification machines
During the five most recent sweeps, law enforcement agencies seized fake IDs from New York, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. They also confiscated fake IDs from Rhode Island, Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland and Ontario, Canada.
