Matthew Perry

2024 - 8 - 15

From Friends to Feds: How the ‘Ketamine Queen’ and Co. Got Charged!

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Five people, including doctors and Matthew Perry's assistant, have been charged in connection with the actor's tragic overdose. Dive in for the details and the shocking twist!

In a shocking turn of events, five individuals have been charged in connection with the tragic death of celebrated actor Matthew Perry, famously known for his role as Chandler Bing on the iconic sitcom "Friends." The group, which includes two doctors and Perry's personal assistant, is accused of conspiring to distribute the powerful anesthetic ketamine that led to his accidental overdose. Matthew Perry was found unresponsive in a jacuzzi in October 2023, and the circumstances surrounding his passing have sparked an extensive investigation by law enforcement officials.

Reports reveal that on the day of his death, Perry received several injections of ketamine from his live-in assistant, who is now facing severe charges alongside a well-known drug dealer affectionately dubbed the "Ketamine Queen." The implications of this case have captivated both fans and the public, as it raises questions about the ethics of healthcare and the responsibilities of those in the actor's personal sphere. This scandal has now taken a central stage, as authorities diligently work to unveil the extent of the network that contributed to Perry's untimely demise.

Law enforcement has been clear about their intentions, labeling the actions of the defendants as part of a widespread conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. As investigations continue, this case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with substance abuse and the misleading allure of certain narcotics that can deceptively appear to be therapeutic. Fans of the beloved actor are left reeling from the sadness of his death, compounded now by the complexities that the investigation has revealed.

In an ironic and striking twist, the very individuals who were supposed to be helping Perry navigated his inner demons became part of a dark conspiracy. This incident has shone a light on the troubling issue of addiction in Hollywood and beyond, showing that behind the glamour, there often lurks shadows that can lead to devastating outcomes. Additionally, it’s interesting to note that ketamine is increasingly being explored for its uses in treating depression and other mental health conditions; this duality of being a potential therapy yet a potent anesthetic complicates the conversation around its availability and administration.

As we reflect on Perry’s legacy, we can't help but remember that despite his struggles, he was an integral part of many people's lives through his work and humor. From trying to navigate relationships on TV screens to real-life encounters with fame and addiction, Perry was more than just a character in a sitcom; he was a reminder of the challenges that accompany fame and the human condition.

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Matthew Perry's Assistant and Doctors Charged With Getting Him ... (The New York Times)

Five people have been charged with a conspiracy to distribute the powerful anesthetic that led to the death of the “Friends” star.

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Two doctors and the 'ketamine queen' charged in overdose death of ... (NBC News)

Multiple people have been charged in connection with the accidental overdose death of actor Matthew Perry, law enforcement sources told NBC News Thursday.

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Five arrests made in death of actor Matthew Perry, California police ... (The Guardian)

Personal assistant and two doctors among those indicted after Friends star died last October of 'acute effects of ketamine'

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Matthew Perry: Five charged over Friends star's death (BBC News)

Doctors, personal assistant and alleged dealer known as the "Ketamine Queen" charged over Friends star's death.

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Matthew Perry ketamine death: 5 arrested in connection to actor's ... (FOX 11 Los Angeles)

Five people, including two doctors, have been arrested and face charges in connection with actor Matthew Perry's fatal overdose, federal authorities ...

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5, including 2 doctors, charged in Matthew Perry's death investigation (KFSN-TV)

Darla Miles has more on the arrests in connection to the 2023 overdose death of actor Matthew Perry. LOS ANGELES -- A prosecutor says ...

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Multiple people charged in connection to Matthew Perry's death (CNN)

The beloved actor who starred as Chandler Bing on “Friends” died in October 2023 at the age of 54. Perry was found floating face down in a stand-alone jacuzzi ...

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Matthew Perry's Assistant, Doctors Charged for Overdose (Vulture)

Matthew Perry's assistant is facing charges after his deadly overdose, along with two doctors, a drug dealer, and an acquaintance who allegedly supplied him ...

Five Defendants, Including Two Doctors, Charged in Connection ... (Department of Justice)

LOS ANGELES – A licensed physician and an alleged San Fernando Valley drug dealer were arrested today in connection with the death of actor Matthew Perry, ...

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At least 1 arrest made in connection to Matthew Perry's overdose ... (PBS NewsHour)

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Authorities have arrested at least one person in connection with Matthew Perry's death from an accidental ketamine overdose last year, ...

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5 people charged in investigation into Matthew Perry's death (The Associated Press)

Perry died in October due to a ketamine overdose and prosecutors said he received several injections on the day he died from his live-in personal assistant, ...

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DOJ: San Diego-based doctor arrested in connection to Matthew ... (10News)

Multiple people have been arrested in connection to the death of "Friends" actor Matthew Perry, according to media reports Thursday.

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Five charged over death of 'Friends' star Matthew Perry from ketamine (FRANCE 24)

Criminal charges have been filed against five people in connection to the death of “Friends” actor Matthew Perry, a US prosecutor announced on Thursday.

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Matthew Perry: Five charged over Friends star's death (BBC News)

Police said on Thursday that their investigation, launched in May, uncovered a "broad underground criminal network" of drug suppliers who distributed large ...

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Matthew Perry's assistant among 5 people, including 2 doctors ... (ABC7 Los Angeles)

A prosecutor says five people have been charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death from a ketamine overdose last year.

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Matthew Perry's personal assistant, two doctors and alleged 'street ... (ABC News)

In short: Police in Los Angeles have charged five people in relation to the death of actor Matthew Perry. The actor's former assistant, two doctors and a pair ...

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'Ketamine Queen' and 2 doctors among those charged in Matthew ... (LAist)

Five people are facing federal charges in connection with the death of Friends actor Matthew Perry, who died last year from an overdose of ketamine, ...

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Matthew Perry death: Five charged over Friends star's death (BBC News)

Five defendants have been charged in connection with the death of the Friends star Matthew Perry · Doctor Salvador Plasencia and Jasveen Sangha, also known as ...

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Matthew Perry's family speaks out on arrests in connection with his ... (USA TODAY)

After five people were charged for allegedly playing a role in "Friends" star Matthew Perry's death, his "heartbroken" family released a statement.

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5 charged in Matthew Perry's ketamine death as new details emerge (ABC News)

Matthew Perry died on Oct. 28, 2023, at the age of 54. An autopsy revealed he died from the acute effects of ketamine.

Several charged in overdose death investigation of actor Matthew ... (NPR)

Five people have been charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death. The Friends actor was found dead in October 2023 and an autopsy later found the ...

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Matthew Perry Death: Doctors, Assistant Arrested in Drug Investigation (Variety)

Five arrests have been made in the investigation of Matthew Perry's death, the Department of Justice said.

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2 doctors are charged in connection to 'Friends' actor Matthew ... (NPR)

Five people, including two California doctors, have been charged in connection with the 2023 death of the Friends actor, according to the U.S. Attorney's ...

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Matthew Perry death investigation: 'Ketamine Queen' and cover-ups (BBC News)

Dr Salvador Plasencia, accused of supplying ketamine to Perry, is charged with falsifying records. Jasveen Sangha, an alleged dealer, faces nine counts. Both ...

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Matthew Perry's assistant among 5 people charged in 'Friends' star's ... (Voice of America)

Doctors, who are among those charged, supplied actor with large amount of ketamine and his personal assistant injected it on the day Perry died.

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Matthew Perry death investigation: 'Ketamine Queen' and cover-ups (BBC News)

An investigation into the Friends actor's death uncovered an alleged vast ketamine dealing network.

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The depths of Matthew Perry's addiction: 6 to 8 shots a day and $55 ... (NBC News)

Friends” actor Matthew Perry was experiencing an out-of-control ketamine addiction, injecting the drug six to eight times a day before his accidental ...

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Five charged over Matthew Perry's death (The Star, Kenya)

An indictment filed in federal court detailed the elaborate drug purchasing scheme that prosecutors say ultimately led to Perry's death. by BBC NEWS None.

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Who is the accused 'Ketamine Queen' charged over Matthew Perry's ... (ABC News)

A woman dubbed the "Ketamine Queen" by authorities is one of five people charged in relation to Matthew Perry's overdose death.

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Matthew Perry: Five charged in death of Friends star - including ... (Euronews)

Five people have been charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death from a ketamine overdose last year, including the actor's assistant and two doctors.

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Two doctors among five people charged in 'Friends' star Matthew ... (Daily Nation)

Sangha was known as the "Ketamine Queen" and sold the doses that killed Perry from her "stash house" in North Hollywood.

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The Pain of Matthew Perry's Last Days as He Relied on Ketamine (The New York Times)

Court papers show that Mr. Perry, the “Friends” star who had long struggled with addiction, was increasingly taking ketamine, a powerful anesthetic, in the ...

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Jasveen Sangha: Who is 'Ketamnine Queen' accused of supplying ... (BBC News)

The indictment alleges that Ms Sangha's distribution of ketamine on October 24, 2023, caused Matthew Perry's death.

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Matthew Perry: What it was like living next to 'Ketamine Queen ... (Sky News)

Jasveen Sangha is one of five charged with drug-related offences over the death of Perry, who is best known for playing Chandler Bing in hit US sitcom ...

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How doctors and a 'Ketamine Queen' took advantage of Matthew ... (CNN)

Now, five people are charged in connection with Perry's death. Perry, who starred as Chandler Bing on “Friends,” died last October at age 54. His body was found ...

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What is ketamine, the drug involved in Matthew Perry's death? (ABC News)

Ketamine is the drug involved in the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry and a powerful anesthetic approved by U.S. health regulators for use during ...

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Matthew Perry allegedly took several doses of ketamine on day of ... (The Guardian)

Friends star asked his assistant to inject him with drug several times on day he died, court papers say.

5 people are charged in connection with 'Friends' actor Matthew ... (NPR)

Two doctors and an alleged drug dealer are among the five charged in connection with Perry's death. Federal authorities accuse them of supplying the actor ...

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