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A doctor in California has agreed to plead guilty to providing ketamine to the late actor Matthew Perry, with federal prosecutors announcing the decision recently. Dr. Salvador Plasencia faces four counts of distributing the anesthetic, which could lead to a maximum sentence of 40 years in prison. Reports indicate that the plea will take place soon, following Perry's shocking death in October 2023, where he was found in his hot tub at age 54. Known for his role as Chandler Bing, Perry's death has captivated fans worldwide, particularly since he had previously been candid about his battles with addiction and mental health.
Text messages revealed in court documents suggest that Dr. Plasencia made derogatory remarks about Perry's mental state while discussing ketamine prices. The doctor reportedly administered the drug to Perry in various locations, including his own residence and the Long Beach Aquarium parking lot. Furthermore, Dr. Plasencia allegedly provided instructions to Perry’s assistant on how to administer ketamine and supplied additional vials for use at home. He is among five individuals implicated in a purported underground operation that catered to Perry's drug requests, with the actor seeking more ketamine than what was medically prescribed to him for his depression.Between late September and early October, Dr. Plasencia is said to have sold a number of vials of ketamine and syringes to Perry and his assistant. Attempts to reach Dr. Plasencia's legal counsel for comments on the case have been unsuccessful. Friends Drug use United States
