Influencer Clavicular, known for his controversial online presence, is facing legal trouble in Florida after a live stream depicted him shooting an alligator in the Everglades. The charges, filed in Miami-Dade County, relate to an incident on March 26, 2026, where the social media personality allegedly discharged a firearm at an alligator that appeared to be already deceased.
Details of the Charges
Clavicular, whose real name is Braden Eric Peters, has been charged with unlawfully discharging a firearm in a public place or residential property, according to court documents obtained by ABC6 in South Florida. The charge carries a potential fine of $1,000 and possible jail time or probation, as reported by WFLA. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) acknowledged the incident on social media, stating they were aware of a video showing individuals on an airboat discharging firearms at an alligator and that officers were investigating.
Legal Representation and Response
An attorney for Peters told People magazine that the charges stem from following the instructions of a licensed airboat guide. “Our client has been summoned to appear for a misdemeanor charge that stems from following the instructions of a licensed airboat guide. He relied on that guidance. No animals or people were harmed. We are confident that once the full picture is understood, people will see this for what it is,” the attorney said.
Other Individuals Charged
Two other individuals, Andrew Morales, known online as “The Cuban Tarzan,” and Yabdiel Anibal Cotto Torres, have also been charged in connection with the incident. Morales’s attorney, Richard L. Cooper, urged the public not to rush to judgment, emphasizing that there is no allegation any animal was injured.
Background on Clavicular
Clavicular is a prominent figure in the “looksmaxxing” community, which focuses on maximizing physical attractiveness through extreme measures such as steroids, surgery, and intense exercise. He has gained mainstream attention through media profiles and TV appearances, but his rise has been marred by controversies. These include livestreaming himself apparently running over a pedestrian with a vehicle and being filmed chanting antisemitic lyrics alongside influencer Andrew Tate.
Previous Legal Issues
In March 2026, Peters was arrested in Florida on battery charges. The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office alleged he instigated a fight between his girlfriend, Violet Marie Lentz, and a 19-year-old woman in February at a Kissimmee short-term rental. Authorities claimed Peters later posted the violence on social media to exploit the women, as reported by NBC Miami.
The case continues to develop as authorities investigate the full circumstances of the alligator shooting and other alleged incidents involving the influencer.
