“Ketamine Queen” to Plead Guilty to Matthew Perry’s Death
Nearly two years have passed since the entertainment world lost one of its brightest stars, Matthew Perry. The actor, beloved for his portrayal of Chandler Bing on Friends, was found unconscious in his hot tub on the evening of October 28, 2023.
Despite the frantic efforts of first responders, Perry was pronounced dead shortly thereafter, and early reports suggested a possible drowning. However, a deeper investigation soon uncovered a much darker truth.
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While there were no drugs found at the scene initially, further revelations indicated that Perry had been battling long-term struggles with substance abuse. It was eventually confirmed that Perry’s death was the result of “acute effects of ketamine.”
Reports revealed that Perry had been undergoing supervised ketamine therapy, but tragically, he had obtained illegal doses of the powerful anesthetic outside of his doctor’s supervision.
As details of Perry’s drug-related death began to emerge, the Los Angeles Police Department, alongside the Drug Enforcement Agency, launched a joint investigation to understand how the actor came into possession of the lethal doses of ketamine. Their investigation uncovered a network of individuals who had exploited Perry’s vulnerability for financial gain.
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Arrests and Legal Battles
In May 2024, several individuals were arrested in connection with Perry’s death, including his personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, and several medical professionals. Among the arrested was Jasveen Sangha, known as the “Ketamine Queen” of North Hollywood. Sangha, who had allegedly supplied Perry with ketamine, was charged with multiple counts related to the distribution of the drug, including one count of distribution of ketamine resulting in death.
According to a statement from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Sangha has agreed to plead guilty to charges including “one count of maintaining a drug-involved premises, three counts of distribution of ketamine, and one count of distribution of ketamine resulting in death or serious bodily injury.”
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The statement goes on to say that Ms. Sangha could spend the rest of her life in jail if she receives the maximum sentence on each charge.
Upon entering her guilty plea, Sangha will face at her sentencing hearing – which is expected to occur in the coming months – a statutory maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison on the drug-involved premises count, up to 10 years in federal prison for each ketamine distribution count, and up to 15 years in federal prison for the count of distribution of ketamine resulting in death or serious bodily injury.
According to her plea agreement, Sangha worked with Erik Fleming, 55, of Hawthorne, to knowingly distribute ketamine to Perry, a successful actor and author whose struggles with drug addiction were well documented. In October 2023, Sangha and Fleming sold Perry 51 vials of ketamine, which were provided to Kenneth Iwamasa, 60, of Toluca Lake, Perry’s live-in personal assistant.
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The Fallout from the Plea Deals
Sangha is not the only one facing justice. Kenneth Iwamasa, the assistant who was with Perry when he was found, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine, admitting that he had often injected Perry with the drug, including on the day of his death. He now faces up to 15 years in prison when he is sentenced in November.
In addition to Iwamasa, Erik Fleming, a former director, also entered a guilty plea for his involvement. He pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine and one count of distribution of ketamine resulting in death. He could face a maximum of 25 years in prison.
Meanwhile, Dr. Mark Chavez, whose medical license has been suspended, is scheduled for sentencing later this year, facing up to 10 years in prison. Dr. Salvador Plasencia, who was initially set to go to trial, pleaded guilty to multiple counts of ketamine distribution and is expected to face significant jail time as well.
For now, Sangha’s sentencing remains in the future, with the timeline uncertain. What is clear, however, is that the case has drawn attention to the growing issue of drug abuse and its link to celebrity culture. In this case, the legal system is holding those responsible accountable, but for Perry’s fans and loved ones, the loss remains devastating. His death has sparked conversations about the dangers of addiction and the lengths to which people will go to exploit those who are vulnerable.
What do you think about the legal outcomes in Matthew Perry’s case? Should those responsible face life sentences for their role in his death, or do you believe the current penalties are appropriate? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
