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Influencer Clavicular Charged with Unlawful Firearm Discharge in Everglades Livestream

Braden Eric Peters, known as Clavicular, faces a misdemeanor charge for allegedly firing a gun during an Everglades livestream. Details and next steps.

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TL;DR Influencer Braden Eric Peters, known as Clavicular, faces a misdemeanor charge for allegedly firing a gun during an Everglades livestream. His lawyer claims he followed a guide’s direction and no one was hurt.

Context

Peters streams under the name Clavicular and promotes a practice called looksmaxxing, which involves extreme measures to enhance appearance. On March 26 he broadcast live from an airboat in the Everglades, showing himself shooting at an alligator. Florida wildlife officials said they were aware of the video and were investigating the incident.

Key Facts

He is charged with unlawfully discharging a firearm in a public place or residential property. The offense carries a possible fine of $1,000 and may result in jail time or probation. Peters’ attorney stated that Peters followed the instructions of a licensed airboat guide, that no person or animal was harmed, and that the full facts will show his innocence.

What It Means

The case highlights how social media stunts can intersect with state wildlife and firearm laws. If convicted, Peters could face the statutory penalty, though a misdemeanor often leads to probation or a fine. Observers will watch whether the court accepts the defense’s claim of reliance on the guide’s instructions and whether any additional charges emerge from related allegations.

What to watch next: the date of Peters’ arraignment and any further statements from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

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