- Sangha pleaded guilty to supplying the ketamine that caused Matthew Perry’s death.
- Four other defendants, including Perry’s assistant and two doctors, also pleaded guilty.
- Sentencing for all involved is scheduled for late 2025.
- The case emphasizes the risks of illegal drug distribution and addiction.
Jasveen Sangha, known as the “Ketamine Queen,” has pleaded guilty to supplying the ketamine that led to the fatal overdose of Friends star Matthew Perry.
This plea marks a significant conclusion in the high-profile case, as Sangha is the fifth and final defendant to take responsibility for her role in the actor’s tragic death.
Her guilty plea includes charges of distributing the drug that resulted in Perry’s passing, bringing a somber end to a year-long legal process.
Key Players in the Case and Their Roles
The investigation involved several individuals, including Perry’s personal assistant, two doctors, and an acquaintance. Sangha, a dual U.S.-U.K. citizen, was identified as the main supplier, operating from her North Hollywood home.
Kenneth Iwamasa, Perry’s live-in assistant, admitted to giving the ketamine injections, while Erik Fleming served as the middleman. Doctors Salvador Plasencia and Mark Chavez were also implicated for providing and distributing the drug.
U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada stated, “These defendants cared more about profiting off of Mr. Perry than caring for his well-being.”
Details of the Guilty Plea and Charges
Sangha pleaded guilty to five federal charges, which include distributing ketamine that resulted in death and maintaining a drug-involved premises. As part of the plea deal, prosecutors dropped other counts unrelated to Perry’s case.
She faces up to 65 years in prison, with sentencing set for December 10. Her attorney, Mark Geragos, stressed her acceptance of responsibility.
Geragos told reporters, “She feels horrible. She’s felt horrible from Day 1.”
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Impact and Ongoing Sentencing
The case stresses the dangers of illegal ketamine distribution and its tragic outcomes. Perry, who had openly struggled with addiction, sought extra ketamine beyond his prescribed therapeutic use, which led to his overdose.
While Sangha’s plea ends the criminal proceedings, sentencing for all defendants is still pending. The case has also highlighted Sangha’s prior involvement in another overdose death, which adds to the seriousness of the charges.
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Last Updated on September 3, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
