A woman known as the “Ketamine Queen” is set to plead guilty for supplying the drug that led to actor Matthew Perry’s death. Jasveen Sangha, charged in the overdose death of the “Friends” star, is expected to change her plea in a federal court in Los Angeles. Sangha, described as a prolific drug dealer, has agreed to plead guilty to several federal charges, including providing the ketamine that caused Perry’s demise. The plea deal marks the final chapter in the legal proceedings related to Perry’s tragic passing.
Sangha’s guilty pleas will encompass charges such as maintaining a drug-involved premises, distributing ketamine, and distributing ketamine resulting in death. Prosecutors dropped some charges related to the distribution of ketamine and methamphetamine, not linked to Perry. If Sangha follows through with the plea deal, sentencing will be determined by a judge, potentially facing up to 45 years in prison.
The case unfolded after a year-long investigation resulting in charges against five individuals connected to Perry’s death. Sangha, along with Dr. Salvador Plasencia, emerged as key figures in the inquiry. Perry, who had been using ketamine for depression treatment, sought additional doses that led him to Sangha. The drug purchase, including a significant amount of ketamine, was made shortly before Perry’s untimely demise.
Perry’s tragic passing sheds light on the dangers of substance abuse and the repercussions of illicit drug trafficking. The legal proceedings surrounding Sangha’s involvement in providing ketamine to Perry underscore the devastating impact of addiction and the importance of accountability in drug-related incidents.