Drug trafficker famed as the 'Ketamine Queen' admits to supplying a lethal dosage to Matthew Perry in court
Matthew Perry, the beloved actor known for his role in the hit TV show "Friends," passed away in 2019. Now, a year later, one of the key figures in the investigation into his death has pleaded guilty.
Jasveen Sangha, also known as the "Ketamine Queen," admitted to providing the drug that led to Perry's death. Sangha, who was a primary target in the investigation alongside Dr. Salvador Plasencia, pleaded guilty to one count of distribution of ketamine resulting in death.
According to reports, Perry purchased large amounts of ketamine from Sangha in the days leading up to his death. Four days before his passing, he bought 25 vials of the drug for $6,000 in cash.
The medical examiner determined that ketamine was the primary cause of Perry's death. Sangha's ketamine was described by Perry's friend, Erik Fleming, as "amazing" and catering to high-end clients, including celebrities.
Three other defendants - Dr. Mark Chavez, Kenneth Iwamasa, and Erik Fleming - also pleaded guilty in exchange for their cooperation. Iwamasa, Perry's assistant, found him dead in his Los Angeles home.
Sangha's luxurious lifestyle was evident on her Instagram, where she promoted herself as a dealer who catered to high-class customers. Prosecutors agreed to drop three counts related to the distribution of ketamine and one count of distribution of methamphetamine unrelated to the Perry case.
Sangha has been in federal custody for approximately a year and is facing five federal charges, including maintaining a drug-involved premises and distribution of ketamine. Her sentencing is scheduled for December 10.
Despite Sangha's guilty plea, no other individuals have been publicly mentioned or reported to be involved or have admitted guilt in connection with Perry's overdose death, beyond Sangha and the four defendants who pleaded guilty.
Perry struggled with addiction for many years, dating back to his time on "Friends." He had been using ketamine as a treatment for depression, but sought more than his doctor provided. It was through Fleming that he obtained ketamine from Sangha about two weeks before his death.
Prosecutors will ask for less than the maximum sentence for Sangha, but the judge is not bound to follow the terms of the plea agreement. Sangha could face up to 65 years in prison, but the exact sentence will be determined during the upcoming hearing.
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