Matthew Perry’s ketamine use was spiraling and he wanted to be ‘shot up with a big one,’ investigation reveals
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry’s ketamine use was spiraling and he wanted to be ‘shot up with a big one,’ investigation reveals

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Matthew Perry’s ketamine use was spiraling out of control in the weeks before his death, an investigation has revealed. Dr Salvador Plasencia is accused of having provided the drug to the actor, and Perry’s assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, injected him on the day of his death, filings stated. Erik Fleming, a friend of a friend of Perry, allegedly provided the drug, along with Jasveen Sangha, a seller referred to as the “ketamine queen.” open image in gallery Matthew Perry attends the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs on April 29, 2023 in Los Angeles. The US attorney for the Central District of California, Martin Estrada, said on Thursday that the defendants “were more interested in profiting off Mr Perry than caring for his well-being.” Plasencia allegedly taught Iwamasa how to inject Perry with the ketamine, according to prosecutors.

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Matthew Perry’s mother says actor had ‘premonition’ in last talk before his death
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Matthew Perry’s mother says actor had ‘premonition’ in last talk before his death

The Independent  

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San Diego Doctor Pleads Guilty to Drug Charge in Matthew Perry's Death
2 months, 3 weeks ago

San Diego Doctor Pleads Guilty to Drug Charge in Matthew Perry's Death

Associated Press  

A San Diego doctor, Dr. Mark Chavez, has pleaded guilty to a felony charge of conspiring to distribute ketamine in federal court in Los Angeles. Chavez agreed to cooperate with prosecutors in the case and will give up his right to trial and other rights in exchange for a reduced sentence. He is scheduled to appear in court for sentencing …

Doctor who helped supply Matthew Perry with ketamine pleads guilty
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Doctor who helped supply Matthew Perry with ketamine pleads guilty

LA Times  

Mark Chavez is swarmed by media members Aug. 29 as he enters court with his lawyer for his arraignment in downtown Los Angeles. Dr. Mark Chavez is among three defendants who signed a plea deal and are facing lesser charges in Perry’s death, which federal prosecutors chalked up to a conspiracy by multiple individuals to provide the actor with the …

New Matthew Perry documentary exposes celebrity drug ring in Hollywood
3 months, 1 week ago

New Matthew Perry documentary exposes celebrity drug ring in Hollywood

Daily Mail  

The doctors who are accused of enabling Mathew Perry's dangerous drug addiction may be a part of a larger problem in Hollywood. High-profile stars like Kelly Osborne and Brandon Novak came forward to discuss the Hollywood doctors loosely prescribing addictive drugs in a TMZ tell-all documentary. Brandon Novak told TMZ that he used to trade 'swag' for drugs at doctors' …

Doctor charged in 'Friends' star Matthew Perry's death 'incredibly remorseful'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Doctor charged in 'Friends' star Matthew Perry's death 'incredibly remorseful'

India Today  

One of two doctors who are amongst the five people charged in the ketamine overdose death of "Friends" star Matthew Perry was barred by a federal judge on Friday from practising medicine and through his lawyer afterward expressed remorse. Another physician charged in the case, Dr. Salvador Plasencia, has pleaded not guilty, as has co-defendant Jasveen Sangha, who authorities said …

They mocked Matthew Perry as ‘Chandler’ and ‘moron.’ Actor was exploited before his death, feds say
3 months, 3 weeks ago

They mocked Matthew Perry as ‘Chandler’ and ‘moron.’ Actor was exploited before his death, feds say

LA Times  

In the month before Mathew Perry’s death, a doctor the actor contacted to acquire ketamine called him a “moron” in a text message, according to federal prosecutors. P.” Federal prosecutors allege that Perry’s live-in assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, worked with two doctors — Mark Chavez and Plasencia — and drug dealers Jasveen Sangha and Erik Fleming to obtain thousands of dollars’ …

Matthew Perry death: As Kenny Iwamasa faces prison, PAs reveal what they have to do for celeb bosses, ‘You can’t say no’
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Matthew Perry death: As Kenny Iwamasa faces prison, PAs reveal what they have to do for celeb bosses, ‘You can’t say no’

Hindustan Times  

On October 28 last year, Kenny Iwamasa, late Matthew Perry’s personal assistant, injected the actor with ketamine by the actor himself. However, the former personal assistant and author of Don’t Make a Scene: Struggles of a Celebrity PA, Merryl Futerman understood where Perry’s P.A. Now, the least powerful person” – one without access to the expensive lawyers and PR people …

Matthew Perry’s ex doubts ketamine overdose theory in FRIENDS star death: ‘He would never use needles or inject…’
4 months ago

Matthew Perry’s ex doubts ketamine overdose theory in FRIENDS star death: ‘He would never use needles or inject…’

Live Mint  

Matthew Perry's ex-partner Kayti Edwards have expressed her doubts about the ketamine overdose theory surrounding the FRIENDS star's death. Edwards told the The Mirror, “This is the weird thing to me… Matthew always, always told me that he would never, ever, use needles or inject anything into his body. Where did it all go?” She also wondered about the assistant's …

The ‘Ketamine Queen’ charged in Matthew Perry’s death
4 months ago

The ‘Ketamine Queen’ charged in Matthew Perry’s death

LA Times  

Narcotics and other contraband seized in a search of the home of Jasveen Sangha, also known as the “Ketamine Queen.” Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. Here’s what you need to know to start your weekend: L.A.’s “Ketamine Queen” lived a celebrity-studded life. And here’s today’s e-newspaper Who is the ‘Ketamine Queen’ charged in actor Matthew Perry’s …

Matthew Perry’s ex makes shocking claim about his ‘needle phobia,’ doubts ketamine death: ‘You only die when…'
4 months ago

Matthew Perry’s ex makes shocking claim about his ‘needle phobia,’ doubts ketamine death: ‘You only die when…'

Hindustan Times  

Matthew Perry's ex-partner seems to be questioning the ketamine death theory surrounding the FRIENDS star, revealing that Perry had a severe fear of needles and had vowed never to use them. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson/File Photo Matthew Perry’s ex reveals his fear of needles “This is the weird thing to me… Matthew always, always told me that he would never, ever, use …

Matthew Perry’s ex makes shocking claim about his ‘needle phobia,’ doubts ketamine death: ‘You only die when…'
4 months ago

Matthew Perry’s ex makes shocking claim about his ‘needle phobia,’ doubts ketamine death: ‘You only die when…'

Hindustan Times  

Matthew Perry's ex-partner seems to be questioning the ketamine death theory surrounding the FRIENDS star, revealing that Perry had a severe fear of needles and had vowed never to use them. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson/File Photo Matthew Perry’s ex reveals his fear of needles “This is the weird thing to me… Matthew always, always told me that he would never, ever, use …

Matthew Perry’s suspected ‘ketamine queen’ dealer may have referred to him as ‘Chandler’ in secret texts
4 months ago

Matthew Perry’s suspected ‘ketamine queen’ dealer may have referred to him as ‘Chandler’ in secret texts

Hindustan Times  

Matthew Perry's suspected 'ketamine queen', Jasveen Sangha, may have referred to the Friends actor as “Chandler.” Matthew Perry died in October 2023. Erik Fleming's plea deal, which Us Weekly was able to access, states that during their conversation on or around October 12, 2023, Sangha mentioned Perry “using the name of a well-known character that portrayed in a television series” …

Matthew Perry's physicians surrender prescription licenses amid Ketamine case for exploiting his drug addiction battle
4 months ago

Matthew Perry's physicians surrender prescription licenses amid Ketamine case for exploiting his drug addiction battle

Hindustan Times  

In a significant development regarding the case surrounding the death of actor Matthew Perry, the US Drug Enforcement Administration confirmed that doctors Salvador Plasencia and Mark Chavez have surrendered their registrations to prescribe medication. Matthew Perry's doctors surrender prescription licenses Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on Friends, was discovered deceased in the hot tub of his …

Matthew Perry’s doctor still seeing patients after being charged in actor’s ketamine death
4 months ago

Matthew Perry’s doctor still seeing patients after being charged in actor’s ketamine death

LA Times  

A sign posted in the window of Dr. Salvador Plasencia’s clinic in Calabasas states he is a defendant in an ongoing criminal case. A physician charged with conspiring to distribute ketamine in the wake of Matthew Perry’s death is still seeing patients at the urgent care facility he operates in Calabasas. Martin Estrada’s office in Los Angeles, said Plasencia and …

Matthew Perry, ketamine: Physicians to the famous owe something to their patients.
4 months ago

Matthew Perry, ketamine: Physicians to the famous owe something to their patients.

Slate  

When a mental health disorder combines with fame and money, it can be a siren call for a variety of evil people. For Perry and thousands more, the actual reason was for yet another ketamine property—for many, it is a powerful treatment to reverse crippling depression. Ketamine is structurally like phencyclidine, also known as the street drug angel dust, among …

Matthew Perry’s stepfather speaks after recent arrests linked to actor’s death: ‘Were and still are heartbroken, but…’
4 months ago

Matthew Perry’s stepfather speaks after recent arrests linked to actor’s death: ‘Were and still are heartbroken, but…’

Live Mint  

Keith Morrison, stepfather of Matthew Perry, has spoken for the first time since recent arrests linked to Perry’s tragic death from ketamine overdose. The statement added, "We look forward to justice taking its course and we’re grateful for the exceptional work of the multiple agencies whose agents investigated Matthew’s death. We’re hoping unscrupulous suppliers of dangerous drugs will get the …

Matthew Perry's stepfather breaks silence after ketamine arrests in actor's death: ‘We were and still are…’
4 months ago

Matthew Perry's stepfather breaks silence after ketamine arrests in actor's death: ‘We were and still are…’

Hindustan Times  

Matthew Perry's stepdad Keith Morrison broke his silence following the announcement of two arrests related to the unfortunate passing of the “Friends” star in October, which was caused by the acute effects of ketamine. Matthew Perry's step dad Keith Morrison thanked numerous agencies, whose agents looked into the actor's death, for their outstanding work, stating that “we look forward to …

Matthew Perry death investigation: What we know as two doctors and ‘ketamine queen’ charged in actor’s fatal overdose
4 months ago

Matthew Perry death investigation: What we know as two doctors and ‘ketamine queen’ charged in actor’s fatal overdose

The Independent  

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Matthew Perry’s final words before fatal ketamine overdose revealed in court documents
4 months ago

Matthew Perry’s final words before fatal ketamine overdose revealed in court documents

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. At a press conference, US attorney E Martin Estrada said the suspects include Perry’s personal …

‘Shoot me up with a big one': A timeline of the last days of Matthew Perry
4 months, 1 week ago

‘Shoot me up with a big one': A timeline of the last days of Matthew Perry

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The arrest of five people in the overdose death of Matthew Perry has revealed key details about the final days of the “Friends” star, most of them spent in the throes of an addiction to the surgical anesthetic ketamine. Plasencia texted Chavez that the experience “felt like a bad movie.” October 2 — Iwamasa texted Plasencia saying …

Inside the drug ring run by the 'Ketamine Queen' and dodgy doctors that fuelled Matthew Perry's fatal addiction
4 months, 1 week ago

Inside the drug ring run by the 'Ketamine Queen' and dodgy doctors that fuelled Matthew Perry's fatal addiction

ABC  

By the time Matthew Perry stepped into the jacuzzi at his Pacific Palisades home on October 28, 2023, the level of ketamine in his bloodstream was equivalent to that used as general anaesthesia during surgery. Perry's death also shines a light on what some practitioners called the "Wild West" of ketamine therapy in the US. Less than a year after …

Matthew Perry's haunting last words to assistant Kenneth Iwamasa before fatal ketamine dose
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry's haunting last words to assistant Kenneth Iwamasa before fatal ketamine dose

Daily Mail  

The haunting last words that Matthew Perry uttered to his assistant Kenneth Iwamasa before ingesting a fatal dose of ketamine have been revealed. Perry told his assistant to 'shoot me up with a big one,' shortly before he was found face down in the hot tub of his $5.2 million Los Angeles mansion, according to newly released documents. The haunting …

Who is ‘Ketamine Queen’ Jasveen Sangha charged over Matthew Perry’s fatal overdose?
4 months, 1 week ago

Who is ‘Ketamine Queen’ Jasveen Sangha charged over Matthew Perry’s fatal overdose?

The Independent  

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Matthew Perry was ’desperately’ seeking relief in final months; his friends ’conspired’ to kill their ’cash cow’: Report
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry was ’desperately’ seeking relief in final months; his friends ’conspired’ to kill their ’cash cow’: Report

Live Mint  

Wrongly placed trust led to a heartbreaking end for vulnerable Matthew Perry. Matthew Perry, who was initially provided with ketamine as treatment under "strict supervision" by his regular doctors, was denied more owing to the risks involved with the drug. Allegedly, on the day of Perry's death, Iwamasa administered multiple, reportedly 27, ketamine injections, fully aware of the grave risks …

Matthew Perry's tragic last days: Friends star was injected 21 times with drugs in final week of his life, called a 'moron' and charged $2,000 for vial that cost $12 as his addiction was preyed upon
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry's tragic last days: Friends star was injected 21 times with drugs in final week of his life, called a 'moron' and charged $2,000 for vial that cost $12 as his addiction was preyed upon

Daily Mail  

Harrowing new details about the tragic final days of Friends star Matthew Perry have been revealed as doctors and drug dealers were charged over his ketamine overdose death. Friends star Matthew Perry, seen here stepping out for dinner in Los Angeles October 21 last year, was found dead at his home a week later The actor came to fame in …

Matthew Perry 'froze up' after predatory doctor injected ketamine
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry 'froze up' after predatory doctor injected ketamine

Daily Mail  

The doctor accused of supplying the ketamine that killed Matthew Perry realized the actor could die when he saw him 'freeze up' from an overdose just days before his death, prosecutors have claimed. Iwamasa would relay Perry's requests in coded language, referring to bottles of ketamine as 'Dr Pepper', 'cans', and 'bots' via encrypted messaging apps. 'We allege each of …

Matthew Perry’s alleged drug dealer once directed a Scarlett Johansson movie
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry’s alleged drug dealer once directed a Scarlett Johansson movie

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy One of the five people arrested in connection with the death …

Meet the ‘friends’ who conspired and ‘killed’ Matthew Perry, saw him as a cash cow and called him a ‘moron’
4 months, 1 week ago

Meet the ‘friends’ who conspired and ‘killed’ Matthew Perry, saw him as a cash cow and called him a ‘moron’

Hindustan Times  

The ugly truth behind Matthew Perry's tragic due to a ketamine overdose has come out to shock his fans. Friends who ‘killed’ Matthew Kerry Among those who conspired against Perry were his personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, two doctors, Dr. Salvador Plasencia and Dr. Mark Chavez, Meet Kenneth Iwamasa, Matthew Perry's personal assistant Iwamasa, who was supposed to care for Perry, …

‘Ketamine Queen’ Jasveen Sangha asked Matthew Perry’s drug dealer to ‘delete our messages’ after his death
4 months, 1 week ago

‘Ketamine Queen’ Jasveen Sangha asked Matthew Perry’s drug dealer to ‘delete our messages’ after his death

Hindustan Times  

Five people have been charged in connection with Matthew Perry’s death, including his longtime personal assistant, two doctors, and ‘Ketamine Queen’ Jasveen Sangha. 'Ketamine Queen' Jasveen Sangha has been charged in Matthew Perry's death The Friends actor, who had a long history of substance abuse, was found unresponsive in his hot tub on October 28. Prosecutors say that Matthew Perry’s …

Matthew Perry: How did the investigation unfold into death of Friends actor?
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry: How did the investigation unfold into death of Friends actor?

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy An investigation into Matthew Perry’s death from an accidental ketamine overdose …

Ketamine Queen's friends hit back at Matthew Perry death charges
4 months, 1 week ago

Ketamine Queen's friends hit back at Matthew Perry death charges

Daily Mail  

Friends of the ‘Ketamine Queen’ charged with selling drugs that killed Matthew Perry hit back today, defending her as ‘uplifting,' 'bubbly,' ‘sweet’ and ‘spiritual’. One longtime friend said the alleged deadly drug dealer, Jasveen Sangha, gave ‘no inkling’ she was facing severe drug charges at her birthday party just days ago. And another buddy suggested Perry was at fault, telling …

Matthew Perry’s assistant, doctors charged for supplying drug that caused overdose: ’Took advantage of his addiction’
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry’s assistant, doctors charged for supplying drug that caused overdose: ’Took advantage of his addiction’

Live Mint  

In a major development in the investigation of Matthew Perry's death, five people, including two doctors and a woman famously known as ‘Ketamine Queen’, have been charged with supplying the “Friends” star with a powerful surgical anaesthetic that killed him, reported Reuters. 'Defendants took advantage of Matthew Perry's addiction' A criminal network was behind supplying the powerful sedative to Matthew …

Column: The arrests in Matthew Perry’s death expose a system built to prey on addicts
4 months, 1 week ago

Column: The arrests in Matthew Perry’s death expose a system built to prey on addicts

LA Times  

Last fall, the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry was met with a collective howl of grief. According to U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada, two doctors, Salvador Plasencia and Mark Chavez, allegedly worked with Jasveen Sangha, a drug dealer known as the “Ketamine Queen,” to supply Perry with the drug, which Perry’s assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, injected into the actor several times …

Matthew Perry's assistant among 5 people charged in actor's death | Know full story
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry's assistant among 5 people charged in actor's death | Know full story

India TV News  

In the latest development in Matthew Perry's death case, five people have been charged in connection with the actor's death from a ketamine overdose last year. The prosecutor said the defendants exchanged messages soon after Perry's death referencing ketamine as the cause of death. But the medical examiner said Perry's last treatment 1.5 weeks earlier wouldn't explain the levels of …

Matthew Perry’s shocking last month on ketamine: ‘I wonder how much this moron will pay’
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry’s shocking last month on ketamine: ‘I wonder how much this moron will pay’

LA Times  

Matthew Perry had tried for years to stay sober, but he was struggling. In text messages with Chavez, Plasencia pondered how much to charge Perry for the ketamine, writing, “I wonder how much this moron will pay” and “lets find out,” according to an indictment filed in court. Afterward, Plasencia texted Chavez, saying that meeting Perry was “like a bad …

Matthew Perry death: Doctors, assistant charged in actor’s ketamine overdose death
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry death: Doctors, assistant charged in actor’s ketamine overdose death

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. At a press conference, US Attorney E. Martin Estrada said the suspects include Perry’s personal …

5 Charged, Including 2 Doctors, In Connection To Matthew Perry’s Overdose Death
4 months, 1 week ago

5 Charged, Including 2 Doctors, In Connection To Matthew Perry’s Overdose Death

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Five people, including two doctors, have now been charged in connection to the overdose death of actor Matthew Perry. “We allege each of the defendants played a key role in his death by falsely prescribing, selling, or injecting the ketamine that caused Matthew Perry’s tragic death,” DEA Administrator Anne Milgram said in a statement. “Matthew Perry’s journey …

Matthew Perry death: Cops arrest doctor and drug dealers over Friends star's ketamine overdose
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry death: Cops arrest doctor and drug dealers over Friends star's ketamine overdose

Daily Mail  

A doctor and multiple drug dealers have been arrested over the death of beloved actor Matthew Perry. Perry was found unresponsive in the hot tub of his LA home with his cause of death later determined to be 'the acute effects of ketamine'. Pictured: The illegal narcotics that were seized from Jasveen Sangha's Hollywood home in March 2024, connected to …

With arrests in Matthew Perry death, is L.A.’s ketamine bubble about to burst?
4 months, 1 week ago

With arrests in Matthew Perry death, is L.A.’s ketamine bubble about to burst?

LA Times  

They called her “the Ketamine Queen.” Jasveen Sangha, authorities say, would sell ketamine — a.k.a. Martín Estrada said an investigation had uncovered “a broad underground criminal network” responsible for distributing large quantities of ketamine to Perry and others. Estrada referenced the opioid fentanyl, which has fueled an epidemic of overdoses, and said authorities are “on a campaign to address this …

Matthew Perry: Five people charge in connection to actor’s death
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry: Five people charge in connection to actor’s death

CNN  

CNN — Five individuals have been charged in connection with the 2023 death of actor Matthew Perry, according to the US Attorney’s Office. The defendants include two doctors, Perry’s live-in personal assistant and a person referred to by authorities as “The Ketamine Queen,” according to a press release from the US Attorney’s office. US Attorney Martin Estrada said the defendants …

Matthew Perry investigation: What we know about the people charged in his death
4 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Perry investigation: What we know about the people charged in his death

LA Times  

Daisy Muro leaves flowers at a memorial for actor Matthew Perry in front of his home in Pacific Palisades on Oct. 30, 2023. Two doctors and a live-in personal assistant to Matthew Perry are among the people charged following a months-long investigation into how the prescription drug ketamine that contributed to the actor’s death was procured. The named defendants in …

Matthew Perry death: Police investigating several people linked to the mysterious death
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Matthew Perry death: Police investigating several people linked to the mysterious death

Hindustan Times  

Friends star, Matthew Perry died in October of last year at the age of 54 due to overuse of Ketamine according to the reports provided by Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner. FILE PHOTO: Police officials suggests many people are involved in Matthew Perry's death. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson/File Photo Police officials suggest many people should be charged for Perry’s death According to …

Matthew Perry death probe ties people to ketamine procurement, but charges still unclear, sources say
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Matthew Perry death probe ties people to ketamine procurement, but charges still unclear, sources say

LA Times  

Matthew Perry speaks about his memoir during the 28th annual Los Angeles Times Festival of Books at USC in 2023. A criminal investigation into Matthew Perry’s death from acute effects of the prescription drug ketamine is nearing its conclusion, with prosecutors ultimately deciding whether those with ties to how the actor got the drug will face charges, two law enforcement …

Matthew Perry and the ketamine boom: Expensive, dangerous and very ‘en vogue’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Matthew Perry and the ketamine boom: Expensive, dangerous and very ‘en vogue’

LA Times  

When Los Angeles County medical examiners worked last year to determine how Matthew Perry died, they discovered something startling. “There’s been a blow-up of ketamine clinics,” he said, adding that he’s Mahjoubi is president of the American Board of Ketamine Physicians, a new organization of medical professionals that, according to its website, vets providers who use the drug “for the …

Matthew Perry’s death now focus of massive LAPD investigation to find source of ketamine
7 months ago

Matthew Perry’s death now focus of massive LAPD investigation to find source of ketamine

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In a statement to The Independent, the Drug Enforcement …

Who supplied Matthew Perry ketamine? Investigation aims to find out
7 months ago

Who supplied Matthew Perry ketamine? Investigation aims to find out

LA Times  

The Los Angeles County medical examiner concluded in December that “Friends” actor Matthew Perry died of acute effects of ketamine. The Los Angeles County medical examiner concluded in December that Perry died months earlier of acute effects of ketamine. California Matthew Perry died from acute effects of ketamine, officials rule Matthew Perry, known for his role in the NBC comedy …

Matthew Perry’s death under investigation in connection with ketamine level found in actor’s blood
7 months ago

Matthew Perry’s death under investigation in connection with ketamine level found in actor’s blood

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Authorities have opened an investigation into how Matthew Perry received the supply of ketamine that killed him, police said Tuesday. But the medical examiner said Perry’s last treatment 1 1/2 weeks earlier wouldn’t explain the levels of ketamine in his blood. At least two doctors were treating Perry, a psychiatrist and an anesthesiologist who served as his …

Matthew Perry’s fatal ketamine use under criminal investigation by LAPD, DEA
7 months ago

Matthew Perry’s fatal ketamine use under criminal investigation by LAPD, DEA

LA Times  

Matthew Perry arrives at the premiere of “The Invention of Lying” in Los Angeles on Sept. 21, 2009. Matthew Perry’s death from acute effects of the prescription drug ketamine is the source of a criminal investigation, with authorities examining where the actor got the medication, LAPD officials told The Times. Trace amounts of ketamine — which is sometimes used to …

Paramedic who injected Elijah McClain with ketamine avoids prison
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Paramedic who injected Elijah McClain with ketamine avoids prison

Associated Press  

BRIGHTON, Colo. — A former paramedic who injected Elijah McClain with a powerful sedative avoided prison Friday and was sentenced to 14 months in jail with work release and probation in the killing of the Black man that helped fuel the 2020 racial injustice protests. Judge Mark Warner said evidence showed Cooper did not purposely give McClain a ketamine overdose, …

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