Here’s what you need to know about the five individuals charged in connection with Matthew Perry’s death:
1. **Dr. Salvador Plasencia**: This Santa Monica doctor faces charges including conspiracy and multiple counts of ketamine distribution, along with falsifying records. Known as “Dr. P,” he allegedly used coded messages for drug transactions and facilitated drug transfers to Perry’s personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa. Plasencia has pleaded not guilty and was released on a $100,000 bond. He could face up to 10 years for each ketamine-related charge and up to 20 years for falsifying records.
2. **Jasveen Sangha**: Dubbed the “Ketamine Queen,” Sangha is accused of operating a distribution point for ketamine and is charged with conspiracy, maintaining a drug-involved premises, and multiple counts of ketamine distribution. Her alleged distribution on October 24, 2023, is linked to Perry’s death. Sangha has pleaded not guilty and remains in custody, facing a possible sentence of 10 years to life in prison.
3. **Kenneth Iwamasa**: Perry’s personal assistant, Iwamasa admitted to administering ketamine injections to Perry and has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine causing death. Iwamasa, who had no medical training, faces a potential sentence of 15 years in prison.
4. **Dr. Mark Chavez**: A San Diego doctor, Chavez has agreed to plead guilty to conspiracy for distributing ketamine, which he obtained through fraudulent prescriptions. He faces a potential sentence of up to 10 years in prison. Chavez, who previously ran a ketamine clinic, had his medical license expire in 2026.
5. **Erik Fleming**: A friend of Perry’s, Fleming admitted to distributing ketamine, including 50 vials used by Perry. He faces charges of conspiracy and distribution resulting in death, with a possible sentence of up to 25 years in prison.
