Jasveen Sangha, known as the 'Ketamine Queen,' was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison on Wednesday for her role in supplying ketamine that led to actor Matthew Perry's death. Federal prosecutors sought this sentence, citing the extensive scope of Sangha's drug trafficking and her callous disregard for lives affected by her actions.
Key Takeaways
Jasveen Sangha, known as 'Ketamine Queen,' was sentenced to 15 years in prison for her role in supplying ketamine that led to actor Matthew Perry's death. She pleaded guilty to five felony counts related to Perry's death and the death of another individual, Cody McLaury.
- Jasveen Sangha sentenced to 15 years in federal prison
- Prosecutors sought significant sentence due to extensive drug trafficking and disregard for lives affected
- Defense advocated for time served, citing rehabilitation efforts during detention
- Matthew Perry died at age 54 from acute effects of ketamine combined with drowning
- Case involved multiple defendants, including doctors and Perry's personal assistant
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High ConsensusAll 11 publishers report consistent facts across 4 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sentence | Broad Agreement | 15 years in federal prison | |
| Guilty Plea | Broad Agreement | Pleaded guilty to five felony counts related to Perry's death | |
| Drug Distribution | Broad Agreement | Supplied 51 vials of ketamine to Erik Fleming | |
| Autopsy Findings | Broad Agreement | Death caused by acute effects of ketamine with contributing factors of drowning, coronary artery di… |
Sentence
Broad Agreement15 years in federal prison
Guilty Plea
Broad AgreementPleaded guilty to five felony counts related to Perry's death
Drug Distribution
Broad AgreementSupplied 51 vials of ketamine to Erik Fleming
Autopsy Findings
Broad AgreementDeath caused by acute effects of ketamine with contributing factors of drowning, coronary artery disease and the effects of buprenorphine.
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Sangha pleaded guilty last year to five felony counts related to Perry's death. Prosecutors argued that she should receive a significant prison term due to her role in not only Perry's death but also the death of another individual, Cody McLaury. They pointed to her continued drug distribution even after learning of these fatalities as evidence of her disregard for human life.
The defense advocated for a sentence of time served. Sangha has been incarcerated since August 2024 and reportedly engaged in recovery and rehabilitation programs during her detention. Her attorneys argued that she had taken responsibility for her actions and demonstrated a commitment to change, citing her sustained sobriety and participation in rehabilitative programming.
Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the television show 'Friends,' died at age 54 in October 2023. Medical examiners concluded that his death was an accident caused by the acute effects of ketamine combined with drowning in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home. Sangha admitted to supplying 51 vials of ketamine to Erik Fleming, who then sold them to Perry through his personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa.
The case has drawn significant attention due to its high-profile nature and the tragic circumstances surrounding Perry's death. The sentencing hearing brought further details to light as both the prosecution and defense presented their arguments before Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett in a Los Angeles courtroom on Wednesday afternoon.
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