‘Ketamine Queen’ Jasveen Sangha Sentenced to 15 Years in Matthew Perry Death Case

New Delhi, April 9, 2026 — In a major development following the 2023 death of beloved Friends actor Matthew Perry, a federal judge has sentenced Jasveen Sangha, notoriously known as the “Ketamine Queen,” to 15 years in federal prison.

The sentencing, handed down on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, marks a pivotal moment in the investigation into the overdose that claimed the life of the 54-year-old actor. Sangha, 42, a dual U.S.-British citizen, was identified as the primary source of the illegal ketamine that led to Perry’s fatal respiratory distress and subsequent drowning in his hot tub.

The Verdict and Charges

U.S. District Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett delivered the 180-month sentence after Sangha pleaded guilty in September 2025 to multiple federal charges. These included:

• Distribution of ketamine resulting in death.
• Maintaining a drug-involved premises.
• Three counts of distribution of ketamine.

While Sangha’s defense team argued for a lighter sentence, citing her lack of prior convictions and “epic resilience” while in custody, the prosecution maintained that she operated a “drug emporium” out of her North Hollywood home, catering specifically to high-end clients with a disregard for human life.

A Deadly Distribution Network

Court documents revealed a sophisticated and callous operation. Prosecutors detailed how Sangha worked through a middleman, Erik Fleming, to supply Perry with 51 vials of ketamine in the weeks leading up to his death. These drugs were then administered to Perry by his live-in personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa.

The investigation further uncovered that Perry was not Sangha’s only victim. The court noted her involvement in the 2019 overdose death of another client, Cody McLaury. Despite being aware of McLaury’s death, Sangha allegedly continued her illegal trade, even joking about her “business” in encrypted messages.

“The pain you’ve caused to hundreds, maybe thousands, is irreversible,” stated Debbie Perry, Matthew’s stepmother, in a moving victim impact statement. “There is no joy, no light in the window. They won’t be back.”

The Aftermath of Perry’s Death

Evidence presented during the trial showed that as soon as news of Perry’s death broke, Sangha attempted to cover her tracks. She reportedly instructed her associates to “delete all our messages” on the encrypted app Signal and updated her settings to ensure future messages disappeared automatically.

Her conviction is the third significant sentencing in this sprawling case. Previously:

• Dr. Salvador Plasencia was sentenced to 30 months for his role in distributing the drug.
• Dr. Mark Chavez received eight months of home detention and 300 hours of community service.

Sentencing for the remaining co-defendants—Erik Fleming and Kenneth Iwamasa—is expected in the coming months.

Legacy and Accountability

Matthew Perry, who openly chronicled his decades-long battle with addiction in his 2022 memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, became a face for recovery. His death sparked a nationwide conversation regarding the misuse of ketamine, a powerful anesthetic that has increasingly been diverted for recreational use.

Federal authorities hope this 15-year sentence serves as a “lifeline” and a deterrent. DEA officials stated that the outcome of this case sends a clear message to those who profit from the vulnerabilities of those struggling with addiction: “The law will catch up to you.”