Medical professional admits guilt for illegally providing ketamine to Matthew Perry
In a court appearance last month, Dr. Salvador Plasencia, a doctor who previously provided ketamine to the late Matthew Perry, pleaded guilty to four counts of distribution of ketamine. This makes him the fourth individual to admit guilt in connection with Perry's tragic death in 2023.
Dr. Plasencia, who has been described as a medical professional, supplied ketamine to Perry in the weeks leading up to his death. However, it was not Dr. Plasencia who administered the lethal dose that ultimately took Perry's life.
Jasveen Sangha, a drug dealer nicknamed the "ketamine queen," stands accused of supplying the fatal dose. Sangha, who has pleaded not guilty, is scheduled to go on trial in August.
Authorities have identified a total of five individuals charged in connection with Perry's death, but only Dr. Plasencia and Sangha have been named and detailed in available information. The identities and current statuses of the other three charged individuals remain undisclosed.
Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the popular sitcom Friends, publicly acknowledged decades of substance abuse during his career. Tragically, he was found dead in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home in 2023.
Ketamine, a controlled substance, was a part of Perry's treatment under supervised therapy. The acute effects of ketamine ultimately led to his death.
Dr. Plasencia's lawyers have stated that he is accepting full responsibility for his actions and plans to voluntarily surrender his medical license within 30 to 40 days. They also mentioned that Perry, as a patient, was especially vulnerable due to his addiction.
As of now, no new information has been provided about the specific trial dates for Jasveen Sangha or the sentencing for Dr. Plasencia. Furthermore, no updates have been disclosed about the trial dates or the status of the other defendants.
Matthew Perry's death serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of substance abuse and the importance of proper medical care and supervision. Our thoughts remain with his family, friends, and fans during this difficult time.
[1] Source: ABC News [2] Source: Los Angeles Times [3] Source: CNN
- Despite the guilty plea of Dr. Salvador Plasencia, the "ketamine queen," Jasveen Sangha, is yet to stand trial, scheduled for August, in connection to the lethal ketamine dose given to Matthew Perry.
- General news outlets such as ABC News, Los Angeles Times, and CNN have reported on the health-and-wellness aspect of this case, emphasizing the tragic end of a celebrity, Matthew Perry, due to substance abuse and improper treatments.
- Amidst the crime-and-justice proceedings, testimonies highlight the complications that arise when celebrities seek therapies-and-treatments for mental health and addiction, like ketamine, which ultimately proved lethal.
- The entertainment world mourns the loss of a beloved actor; the friends and family of Matthew Perry grieve his passing, having witnessed his long-standing battle with substance abuse and his public acknowledgments.
- In light of the uncovered plot surrounding Perry's death, there is increasing attention on the need for transparency and accountability in health-and-wellness professionals involved in the treatment and distribution of controlled substances like ketamine.
