“Ketamine Queen”: Key Findings from Matthew Perry Death Case
Medical doctors, Perry's assistant, and an alleged drug dealer known as the "Ketamine Queen," have uncovered a network of ketamine distribution
The death of Friends star Matthew Perry, found in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home on October 28, 2023, was initially presumed to be an accident. Perry had been treating depression with ketamine, and no foul play was suspected. However, recent arrests of five individuals, including medical doctors, Perry’s assistant, and an alleged drug dealer known as the “Ketamine Queen,” have uncovered a complex and sinister network of ketamine distribution that may have contributed to Perry’s demise and possibly others.
Among those arrested was Dr. Salvador Plasencia, accused of supplying Perry with ketamine. According to prosecutors, Dr. Plasencia displayed a disturbing lack of empathy, allegedly referring to Perry as “a moron” while pondering how much to overcharge him for the drug. He eventually sold it to the actor at more than 165 times its normal price.
Central to the investigation is alleged dealer Jasveen Sangha, dubbed the “Ketamine Queen” by authorities. Sangha, 41, is accused of being a major supplier of ketamine to Perry, selling him 50 vials for approximately $11,000. Her North Hollywood home, referred to as the “Sangha Stash House” in court documents, was described as a “drug-selling emporium” where she allegedly packaged and distributed various drugs, including methamphetamine, cocaine, and Xanax, primarily to wealthy clients and celebrities. During a search of her home, more than 80 vials of ketamine, thousands of pills, and a handgun were discovered.
As Perry’s ketamine addiction deepened, he sought cheaper sources, leading him to street dealers and more elite providers. Prosecutors allege that those charged exploited Perry’s vulnerability, profiting from his addiction. Dr. Plasencia, for instance, allegedly charged Perry around $2,000 for vials that cost only $12 each. He reportedly wanted to become Perry’s “go-to” source for drugs and even taught Perry’s assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, how to inject ketamine, despite knowing that Perry’s addiction was spiraling out of control.
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Investigators revealed that Perry paid Dr. Plasencia a total of $55,000 for 20 vials of ketamine between September and October 2023. On one occasion, after administering a large dose that caused Perry to “freeze up” and experience a dangerous spike in blood pressure, Dr. Plasencia allegedly remarked, “Let’s not do that again,” but left more vials with Iwamasa.
Following Perry’s death, those involved allegedly attempted to cover their tracks. Sangha reportedly instructed another suspect to “delete all our messages,” while Eric Fleming, who has pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute drugs unlawfully, allegedly reassured her that they were “90% sure everyone is protected.” He expressed concerns about ketamine detection in the body, using coded language like “Dr Pepper” and “cans” to refer to the drug.
The investigation has also linked Sangha to a previous overdose death in 2019. According to court documents, Sangha sold ketamine to a man named Cody McLaury, who later died from an overdose. A family member of McLaury allegedly texted Sangha, accusing her of selling the ketamine that killed him. Days later, Sangha reportedly searched online for information about whether ketamine could be listed as a cause of death.
Iwamasa, Perry’s live-in assistant, was the one who discovered the actor’s body. He has since been charged with conspiracy to distribute ketamine resulting in death and serious bodily injury, a charge to which he has pleaded guilty. Prosecutors allege that Iwamasa, who had no medical training, administered more than 20 shots of ketamine to Perry in the four days leading up to his death, including three on the day he died.
The investigation has uncovered a disturbing pattern of exploitation, greed, and negligence surrounding Perry’s tragic death. As authorities continue to unravel the full extent of the illegal ketamine network, those involved now face serious charges, shedding light on the dark side of Hollywood’s drug culture.
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