Looksmaxxing Influencer Clavicular Pleads Not Guilty to Rape Charges in Massachusetts
Braden Peters, the 20-year-old social media influencer known online as Clavicular, pleaded not guilty Thursday morning in Orleans District Court to charges of rape and drugging a person for sex, both felonies, as well as providing alcohol to an underage person, a misdemeanor. The plea was entered on his behalf by his attorney during his arraignment, according to court records obtained by USA TODAY. Peters was granted $10,000 bail following the hearing.
The charges stem from an alleged incident in May 2025 at his family’s house on Cape Cod, involving a 17-year-old girl. The case followed an investigation by the Chatham Police Department, which led to a criminal complaint filed last month. Peters, who is tied to the online “looksmaxxing” trend and is a streamer in the “manosphere” community, appeared in court on October 22 to face the allegations. The not guilty plea sets the stage for further legal proceedings.
Clavicular has amassed a following by promoting “looksmaxxing,” a practice focused on maximizing physical appearance through various methods, often discussed in male-dominated online spaces. His arrest and arraignment have drawn attention given his status as an internet personality. The case highlights the intersection of social media influence and serious criminal allegations, with the legal process now underway in Massachusetts.
As the case progresses, Peters remains free on bail. The next court date has not been announced. The Chatham Police Department’s investigation and the court records provide the basis for the charges, and the influencer has denied any wrongdoing through his plea. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
Shimanta Das 
