Yes, when I lived in L.A. in the 1970s, Dawson had a bad reputation as a lech. I had a good friend who knew were all the bodies were buried!
Please believe me when I say, I don't disbelieve you. Everyone has a friend, who has a friend, who has a friend.
I have a few such friends. Every once in awhile when they tell me something I pause, cock my head and mutter......sources.