[dirtboy]

Also, not reported, was that the female park service officer that stopped these hikers held a gun on them.

I think the ranger might be in more trouble than Simcox. It would be interesting to see Park Sevice guidelines for drawing a weapon on someone. Was he carrying his gun openly or concealed? That would be a factor, because if he was carrying it concealed, how would she know he was armed?

I'm trying to get confirmation from Simcox himself, but apparently the female agent was of hispanic descent and she stated to the hikers that she "doesn't agree with what [they're] doing."

If that turns out to be the case, I figured as much. Thanks for the update.

[CyberCowboy777]

She said she knew who they were and was watching and waiting.

This agent had an agenda and should be prosecuted.

I would endorse the same of any LEO that used the law to forward an agenda. They are not mature enough to wear the badge.