“Ketamine Queen” to Plead Guilty in Matthew Perry Case
A major development has emerged in the tragic story surrounding the death of Matthew Perry, the beloved Friends star. Jasveen Sangha, widely known in media reports as the “Ketamine Queen,” has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges related to supplying the ketamine that ultimately led to Perry’s death. This decision marks her as the fifth and final defendant in the high-profile case to reach a plea agreement with prosecutors.
Sangha’s agreement to plead guilty means that a trial originally scheduled for later this year will no longer take place. Federal authorities had portrayed her as a prolific drug dealer, someone whose notoriety among clients earned her the nickname highlighted repeatedly in court documents and press releases. She faced multiple charges, including conspiracy to distribute ketamine, possession with intent to distribute both ketamine and methamphetamine, maintaining a drug-involved premises, and several counts of distributing ketamine. The penalties she faces are significant, with a maximum sentence of up to 45 years in prison.
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The investigation into Perry’s death has been extensive. He was found dead in his Los Angeles home on October 28, 2023, and the medical examiner determined that ketamine, a dissociative anesthetic often used in medical settings, was the primary cause of death. Perry had been legally using ketamine as an off-label treatment for depression, but according to prosecutors, he sought larger quantities than his doctor would provide. In the weeks leading up to his death, he acquired additional doses from Dr. Salvador Plasencia and then from Sangha, with both supplying him through intermediaries.
Court documents reveal chilling details of the transactions. Perry’s assistant and a friend acted as middlemen, arranging large purchases, including a notable sale of 25 vials for $6,000 just days before his death. Messages between the intermediaries describe Sangha’s ketamine as “unmarked but amazing,” indicating her reputation for providing high-quality product to celebrity clients. On the day of Perry’s death, Sangha reportedly suggested deleting all messages about the transactions, according to her indictment.
Sangha’s home in North Hollywood was raided by the Drug Enforcement Administration in March 2024, and authorities discovered significant quantities of ketamine, methamphetamine, and other controlled substances. The investigation has exposed a broader network of suppliers and intermediaries, including doctors and Perry’s assistant, all of whom have pleaded guilty in connection with the case.
Matthew Perry’s struggles with addiction were well-documented, dating back to his time on Friends. He wrote openly about his challenges with alcohol and prescription medications in his memoir, revealing the profound impact substance abuse had on his life and career. Following his death, a foundation was established in his name to support those battling addiction, aiming to turn tragedy into hope for others.
As Jasveen Sangha prepares to formally enter her guilty plea in federal court, the case stands as a stark reminder of the dangers of illicit drug networks and the tragic consequences that can unfold when addiction intersects with exploitation.
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