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'Ketamine Queen' spiralled before Matthew Perry death, friends tell BBC

'Ketamine Queen' spiralled before Matthew Perry death, friends tell BBC

Summary

A new BBC documentary explores the death of actor Matthew Perry and Jasveen Sangha's involvement in his overdose case. Sangha, who ran a drug operation supplying the Hollywood elite, pleaded guilty and could face up to 65 years in prison. Her operation was linked to Perry's overdose death in 2023.

Key Facts

  • Jasveen Sangha, a British-American national, supplied drugs to Hollywood’s elite.
  • She pleaded guilty in connection with the overdose death of actor Matthew Perry.
  • Perry, aged 54, died in 2023 due to an overdose at his Los Angeles home.
  • Prosecutors noted that Perry took prescribed ketamine for depression but sought additional amounts.
  • Sangha's drug operation included substances like cocaine, Xanax, fake Adderall, and ketamine.
  • Court documents revealed that Perry obtained ketamine through multiple doctors and eventually from Sangha.
  • Sangha’s sentencing is expected in February, with a possible maximum sentence of 65 years.
  • Friends described her as having lived a double life, and some were unaware of her drug dealing activities.

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