Clavicular — a controversial influencer and streamer known for his extreme “looksmaxxing” content — has been charged in connection to an alleged alligator shooting in Florida during a livestream.
The 20-year-old, whose real name is Braden Eric Peters, was charged with unlawfully discharging a firearm at a wildlife sanctuary on March 26, 2026, in the state of Florida. Two other men were also charged in the alleged shooting.
The incident was captured during a video livestream and quickly drew the attention of wildlife authorities.
Who Is Clavicular (Braden Eric Peters)?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Real name | Braden Eric Peters |
| Age | 20 |
| Online alias | Clavicular |
| Content type | “Looksmaxxing” — extreme methods to enhance appearance |
| Platforms | TikTok, Instagram, Kick (streaming platform) |
| Viewership | Regularly clocks millions of views |
| Known for | Steroids, testosterone, hitting his face with a hammer |
What Is ‘Looksmaxxing’ / ‘Hardmaxxing’?
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Looksmaxxing | Efforts to maximize physical appearance |
| Hardmaxxing (Clavicular’s term) | Extreme, often dangerous methods without scientific evidence |
Medical experts have criticized extreme versions of looksmaxxing — which Clavicular calls “hardmaxxing” — for causing physical harm and lacking scientific evidence of its benefits.
The Alligator Shooting Incident: What Happened?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | March 26, 2026 |
| Location | Everglades Wildlife Management Area (west of Miami), Florida |
| Setting | Airboat in swamp water |
| Capture method | Livestreamed video |
| Alleged act | Multiple gunshots fired into swamp water, apparently at an alligator |
| Charges filed | March 29, 2026 |
Florida Wildlife Commission’s Response
Hours after the livestream was broadcast, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission stated:
“We are aware of a video depicting individuals in the Everglades on an airboat who appear to be discharging at an alligator.”
The commission did not specify whether it was referring to Clavicular’s video. Court documents also do not detail whether an alligator was harmed during the alleged shooting.
Legal Charges and Potential Penalties
| Charge | Location | Potential Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Unlawfully discharging a firearm at a wildlife sanctuary | Everglades, Florida | Less than 1 year imprisonment + $1,000 fine (£735) |
Clavicular’s Defense
His lawyers issued a statement (reported by several US outlets):
“Peters was following the instructions of a licensed airboat guide, and no animals or people were harmed during the incident.”
The BBC has contacted his lawyer for comment.
Other Legal Troubles: Battery Charges
Clavicular was separately arrested in south Florida on battery charges in March 2026.
| Allegation | Detail |
|---|---|
| Accusation | Instigating a fight on social media between two women |
| Action | Then sharing it on social media |
| Result | Battery charges filed |
YouTube’s Response
After the battery charges were laid against him, YouTube blocked two of Clavicular’s video-sharing channels.
Hospitalization: Collapse at Miami Nightclub
Last month (April 2026), Clavicular was taken to hospital after appearing to collapse at a Miami nightclub during a livestream.
This incident added to the growing list of health concerns surrounding the influencer’s extreme content.
Timeline of Events (2026)
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 26 | Alleged alligator shooting during livestream |
| March (date unspecified) | Separately arrested on battery charges |
| March 29 | Charges filed against Clavicular and two others |
| April 2026 | Collapsed at Miami nightclub; hospitalized |
| May 7, 2026 | BBC reports on alligator shooting charges |
Clavicular’s Content: A Pattern of Extremes
| Type of Content | Examples |
|---|---|
| Looksmaxxing | Extreme methods to enhance appearance |
| Steroids/testosterone | Promoting use without medical supervision |
| Physical harm | Hitting his face with a hammer on stream |
| Controversial stunts | Instigating fights, alligator shooting |
| Livestream incidents | Collapsing at nightclub |
Platform Responses
| Platform | Action |
|---|---|
| YouTube | Blocked two channels (after battery charges) |
| TikTok, Instagram, Kick | Still active (as of report) |
Medical Experts’ Concerns
“Medical experts have criticized extreme versions of looksmaxxing, which Clavicular calls ‘hardmaxxing’, for causing physical harm and lacking scientific evidence of its benefits.”
| Concern | Detail |
|---|---|
| Physical harm | Hammer hitting, steroids misuse |
| No evidence | Extreme methods lack scientific backing |
| Influence on young viewers | Dangerous behavior normalized |
Summary: Key Takeaways
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Influencer | Clavicular (Braden Eric Peters, 20) |
| Content niche | Extreme looksmaxxing / hardmaxxing |
| Latest charge | Unlawfully discharging firearm at wildlife sanctuary (alligator shooting) |
| Location | Everglades, Florida |
| Co-accused | Two other men |
| Defense | “Following guide’s instructions; no animals/people harmed” |
| Other legal issues | Battery charges (instigating fight between women) |
| Health incident | Collapsed at nightclub, hospitalized |
| Platform restrictions | YouTube blocked two channels |
