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Erik Fleming Allegedly Supplied Ketamine That Led to Perry’s Fatal Overdose

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Matthew Perry’s former assistant, arrested for his role in the actor’s death, repeatedly injected him with dangerous doses of ketamine. His actions, which left Perry unconscious on multiple occasions, ultimately led to a fatal overdose and his own criminal charges.

Perry Found Unconscious Multiple Times Before His Death

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Matthew Perry’s former assistant revealed he discovered the actor unconscious on multiple occasions in the weeks leading up to his ketamine-related death. The tragic incidents reportedly occurred shortly before Perry’s passing on October 28.

Assistant Pleads Guilty in Perry’s Death

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Kenneth Iwamasa, charged in connection with Perry’s death, administered the fatal dose of ketamine. Iwamasa recently pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine resulting in death.

High Doses Administered in Final Days

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Iwamasa confessed to injecting Perry with substantial amounts of ketamine in the days leading up to his death. He estimated giving the actor six to eight shots daily during this period.

Unconscious Episodes Recounted by Assistant

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The assistant admitted to finding Perry unconscious twice in October. These alarming incidents foreshadowed the actor’s untimely death.

Final Day: A Deadly Routine

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On the day of Perry’s death, Iwamasa administered ketamine at Perry’s request in the morning and again around noon. Just 40 minutes after the second dose, Perry asked for another shot while preparing to use his jacuzzi.

Perry’s Last Words Revealed

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Perry’s final request for a “big one” was made before his third dose of ketamine that day. After administering the drug, Iwamasa left, only to return later and find Perry unresponsive in the jacuzzi.

Additional Charges Filed in Perry’s Case

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Four others have been charged in connection with Perry’s death, including two doctors. The indictment suggests they conspired to supply ketamine to Perry, viewing him as a lucrative opportunity.

DOJ Reveals Exploitation of Perry by Trusted Figures

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The Department of Justice disclosed that Matthew Perry was preyed upon by doctors and street dealers who exploited his vulnerability for financial gain. Perry’s tragic path involved unscrupulous medical professionals and suppliers who provided him with ketamine in unmarked vials.

Friend and Filmmaker Linked to Ketamine Source

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Film director Erik Fleming, a friend of Perry’s, is believed to have sourced the ketamine that led to the actor’s death. Investigators allege that Fleming obtained the drug from Jasveen Sangha, infamously known as the “Ketamine Queen.”

High-Stakes Injection and Supply Chain Issues

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On October 12 of last year, Dr. Salvador Plasencia administered a large ketamine dose to Perry, causing severe side effects that alarmed the doctor. As supply issues arose, Perry’s intermediaries turned to Sangha, who boasted of a “master chef” producing ketamine and even provided ketamine lollipops as an extra.

Final Days Marked by Deadly Injections

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In the days leading to Perry’s death, Kenneth Iwamasa injected the actor with at least 15 shots of ketamine, all supplied by Sangha. On October 28, 2023, Iwamasa administered the final doses, using needles provided by Plasencia, before Perry was found lifeless in his hot tub.

Attempt to Erase Evidence After Perry’s Death

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Later that day, Sangha allegedly messaged Fleming, instructing him to delete their communications. Her involvement in ketamine distribution is suspected to have also contributed to the death of a Los Angeles personal trainer in 2019.

Severe Legal Consequences for Those Involved

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Iwamasa faces up to 15 years in prison, while Fleming could be sentenced to 25 years. Dr. Mark Chavez and Dr. Plasencia face substantial prison time for their roles, with Sangha potentially facing a life sentence if convicted.

Jody Lynn

Jody Lynn is an accomplished writer and content editor with many years of experience teaching writing, English literature, and screenwriting. She holds a master's degree in English from Ohio University. Jody lives in Bend, Oregon with her family where she enjoys outdoor adventures, live music, film, theater, and travel.