Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Doctor Pleads Guilty in Matthew Perry Ketamine Death Case
A doctor named Dr. Plasencia admitted he gave Matthew Perry, the actor from Friends, ketamine without a good reason.
Ketamine is a strong medicine, but it's only supposed to be used by doctors.
Dr. Plasencia is now in trouble and pleaded guilty to breaking the law.
He could go to jail for a long time and has to give up his license to practice medicine.
Another person, Jasveen Sangha, is also in trouble.
She is accused of running a place where illegal drugs were kept.
The court will decide what happens to Dr. Plasencia in December.
Matthew Perry sadly passed away in 2023, and this is related to how he got the drug.
Dr. Salvador Plasencia admitted to illegally providing Matthew Perry with ketamine.
Plasencia pleaded guilty to four counts of illegal distribution of ketamine.
The doctor faces a potential maximum sentence of 40 years in prison.
Plasencia will give up his medical license as part of the punishment.
Jasveen Sangha, also involved, faces trial for allegedly running a drug stash house.
- Who
- Dr. Salvador Plasencia and Jasveen Sangha (facing trial). Matthew Perry (deceased).
- What
- Dr. Salvador Plasencia pleaded guilty to illegally providing ketamine to Matthew Perry.
- When
- The doctor pleaded guilty on Wednesday. Matthew Perry died in October 2023.
- Where
- Los Angeles court.
- Why
- Plasencia illegally gave Perry ketamine.
Legal Implications
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Legal Outcomes
Legal Implications
The doctor, Dr. Plasencia, admitted guilt and will likely receive a prison sentence and loss of medical license. Sangha still faces trial.
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There are no opposing views, the case is centered around illegal activities and is straightforward.
- Doctor's Name
- Dr. Salvador Plasencia
- Charges
- Four counts of illegal distribution of ketamine
- Potential Prison Sentence
- Up to 40 years (likely shorter)
- Medical License
- Will be revoked
- Related Person
- Jasveen Sangha
- Perry's Death
- October 2023