A viral video showing streamer Clavicular allegedly shooting at an alligator in Florida has triggered widespread reactions online, along with claims about his arrest. The clip, widely shared across platforms, shows the 20-year-old on a boat in the Everglades, firing multiple shots at a gator.

Viral video sparks backlash

Clavicular, whose real name is Braden Eric Peters, is known for content around "looksmaxxing". The video quickly gained traction, with one post stating, "Clavicular UNLOADS on a gator in the Florida, Everglades," as it circulated widely.

The footage drew criticism from users and prompted questions around wildlife laws in Florida. According to regulations, "The use of baited hooks, gig-equipped bang sticks, or firearms for taking alligators is prohibited except that bang sticks are allowed for taking alligators attached to a restraining line."

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Legal context and online claims

The situation also led to speculation about potential legal consequences. An AI chatbot response shared online suggested, "Could face 3rd-degree felony (up to 5 yrs, $5k fine, gear/boat seized) under FL Statute 379.409 for unauthorized alligator activity, even if dead. No official charges or FWC comment yet. Reports vary on if he wanted the out. More soon if it drops."

Additionally, laws indicate that shooting a dead alligator is also illegal in Florida.

Was Clavicular arrested?

As the video spread, multiple posts claimed that Clavicular had been arrested. One post read, "Clavicular had to end his marathon early after a politically targeted arrest," while another said, "Clavicular just got ARRESTED on stream after shooting an Alligator and had to end his 30-day marathon early."

A separate claim added, "Clavicular was reportedly arrested after a livestream incident involving the shooting of a dead alligator in the Florida Everglades, with penalties including a minimum fine of over $5,000 and potential jail time."

However, there has been no official confirmation linking any arrest to the alligator incident, reported Hindustan Times.

Official response and ongoing probe

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission acknowledged the video and said, "The FWC is aware of a video depicting individuals in the Everglades on an airboat who appear to be discharging firearms at an alligator. FWC officers are looking into the incident and will provide additional information when available. To report wildlife violations, call the Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-404-3922."

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Separately, streamer Adin Ross confirmed that Clavicular had been arrested, but clarified that it was not related to the alligator incident. The exact reason for the arrest remains unclear, though some claims suggest it may be linked to a separate altercation involving individuals identified as Violet and Jenny Popach.