Part of the importance of their work is the ability to get info out to the public before authorities can, said the two men.

“I would like to give our governor the benefit of the doubt,” Bush said, but added, “Why aren’t you taking calls or info?”

Give us some fly on the wall info.

The author created a site called Walkabout California, which hosts tips and a forum where hikers can swap info such as parking options and the depth of water crossings.

As Childs worked on the case, Iza allegedly texted him photos of sensitive law enforcement data, including images of a computer screen showing DMV license info and photos of a search warrant for E.Z.’s phone.