Influencer Clavicular Charged After Shooting Alligator in Florida Everglades

Braden Eric Peters, a social media influencer who operates under the name Clavicular, is facing criminal charges in Florida following a live-streamed incident in the Everglades. Peters is widely known for his content related to the practice of looksmaxxing, which involves physical self-improvement techniques. According to legal documents obtained by local media outlets, the influencer has been charged with the unlawful discharge of a firearm in a public place or on residential property.^[1]

The charges stem from a video that appears to show Peters shooting an alligator that was already deceased. The footage was broadcast live to his audience, drawing significant attention and leading to an investigation by local authorities. Reports from television stations in the Miami area indicate that the incident took place within the environment of the Florida Everglades, where regulations govern the use of firearms.^[1]

In response to the allegations, legal counsel for Peters has defended his actions by stating that the influencer was acting under the guidance of others. A lawyer for the streamer explained that Peters was following specific instructions provided by a boat guide during the excursion. Furthermore, the defense maintains that the alligator was already dead before Peters fired the shots shown in the video, suggesting there was no intent to harm a live animal.^[2]