Breaking News: Charges Laid in Connection with Matthew Perry’s Death
Los Angeles – Five individuals have been charged in connection with the tragic death of actor Matthew Perry due to a ketamine overdose last year, including Perry’s assistant and two doctors.
U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada stated, “These defendants took advantage of Mr. Perry’s addiction issues to enrich themselves. They knew what they were doing was wrong.”
The charges stem from their involvement in supplying Perry with significant amounts of ketamine, resulting in his overdose death in October 2023.
Here is a breakdown of the key figures charged after an extensive investigation into Perry’s tragic passing:
Dr. Salvador Plasencia
Plasencia, a Santa Monica-based doctor, faces multiple charges related to the distribution of ketamine. He allegedly used coded language to facilitate drug deals and supply Perry through his assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa.
Plasencia’s lawyer maintains his client operated with good intentions, emphasizing his medical background and lack of prior disciplinary action.
Possible Sentence: Up to 20 years in prison for each count.
Jasveen Sangha
Sangha, known as the “Ketamine Queen,” is accused of maintaining a drug-involved premises and distributing ketamine that led to Perry’s death. She remains in custody following her arrest.
Possible Sentence: 10 years to life in prison.
Kenneth Iwamasa
Iwamasa, Perry’s personal assistant, admitted to administering ketamine to Perry, ultimately causing his demise. He lacked medical training and faces significant prison time for his role.
Possible Sentence: 15 years in prison.
Dr. Mark Chavez
Chavez, a doctor from San Diego, is cooperating after pleading guilty to involvement in the ketamine distribution chain. He supplied ketamine to Plasencia, leading to Perry’s fatal overdose.
Possible Sentence: 10 years in prison.
Erik Fleming
Fleming, a friend of Perry, participated in the distribution of ketamine through Iwamasa. He pleaded guilty to charges related to Perry’s death and faces a long prison term.
Possible Sentence: 25 years in prison.
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