Biker and drag queen parties shut down for violating mayor’s executive order

(TULSA, Okla.) On Saturday at 6:11 p.m., patrol offices observed a gathering of persons at the Crystal Skull bar at 1005 S. Sheridan Rd. Officers saw 10 to 12 motorcycles and 12-15 persons gathered in front of the bar. They were going in and out of the bar through the open front door. Offices watched from across the street while additional motorcycle riders and patrons came and left the bar. After the police cars were spotted the owner appeared to come out and tell people to leave. Officers made contact with a person who claimed to be the bar owner at the location. The owner told officers he was there working inside the bar when a crowd just showed up. Since it was someone's birthday, he bought a round of shots and served the drinks to the crowd. Officers had previously received a tip from a citizen that the bar was planning a party in violation of the order. The owner was issued a citation for Obstruction of a Civil Defense Order. He was scheduled for a court appearance in municipal court. At 10:00 p.m., citizens reported a drag queen party at the White Crow Bar at 424 S. Memorial Dr. The party was being streamed live on Facebook. When officers arrived, they found the doors locked, cars parked out front, and loud music from inside the bar. No one opened up when officers knocked but the music was turned down. Officers backed off and watched. A few minutes later the door opened. Drag queens came out quick stepping to their cars. Inside the bar officers found approximately 10 people. Officers also found evidence that drinks were being served at the party. Officers estimated attendance at 15- 20 persons including the drag queens. The owner of the bar stated that since it was on-line, she though it was OK. She also claimed to have gotten permission from someone at city hall. She was cited for obstruction of a civil defense order. A court appearance was scheduled.