Jasveen Sangha infamously known among clients as the “Ketamine Queen,” has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for supplying ketamine linked to the death of actor Matthew Perry.
Sangha pleaded guilty to the illegal distribution of ketamine that contributed to the actor’s fatal overdose. She has remained in federal custody since her arrest in August 2024. Addressing the court, Sangha expressed deep remorse, stating, “I pray for forgiveness every day,” and described the sentence as a “harsh reality check.”
Perry’s stepfather, Keith Morrison, acknowledged the ruling calling it a “well-reasoned sentence.” While expressing the family’s profound grief he remarked, “We miss Matthew deeply,” and noted that the outcome offered little sense of closure or victory for anyone involved.
Federal prosecutors had recommended a 180-month sentence highlighting Sangha’s continued involvement in drug distribution even after being aware of the fatal consequences. Court documents described her actions as demonstrating a “callous disregard for human life,” emphasizing that she prioritized profit over safety.
Matthew Perry best known for his portrayal of Chandler Bing in the iconic sitcom Friends had long struggled with substance dependency and was reportedly undergoing ketamine-assisted therapy for depression under medical supervision.
Investigators determined that Sangha was one of five individuals, including medical professionals, who supplied ketamine to Perry, exploiting his vulnerability.
The actor was found unresponsive in the pool at his Los Angeles home on October 28, 2023, and was pronounced dead at the scene. He was 54 years old.
Several others connected to the case have faced sentencing or await judgment:
- Dr. Salvador Plasencia, who supplied ketamine in the weeks prior to Perry’s death, received 30 months in prison.
- Dr. Mark Chavez was sentenced to eight months of home detention and three years of supervised release.
- Perry’s assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, is awaiting sentencing, with potential delays requested by his legal team.
- Eric Fleming, implicated as an intermediary in the ketamine supply chain, is scheduled for sentencing in June.
The case has drawn widespread attention, highlighting the dangers of substance misuse and raising questions about the ethical responsibilities of those who prescribe or distribute controlled substances. It also underscores the devastating impact of exploiting individuals struggling with addiction.
