Ketamine Queen SLAMMED In Federal Court

A Hollywood drug dealer known as the “Ketamine Queen” received 15 years in federal prison for selling the lethal dose that killed beloved “Friends” star Matthew Perry, but what prosecutors revealed about her callous response to previous deaths makes this sentence feel like justice delayed.

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Jasveen Sangha sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for distributing ketamine that killed Matthew Perry in October 2023
Sangha continued dealing drugs even after learning her supply contributed to at least two previous deaths, demonstrating a disturbing lack of remorse
Perry’s personal assistant and another middleman await sentencing, facing up to 15 and 25 years respectively
The case establishes precedent for prosecuting entire drug distribution networks in celebrity overdose deaths

The Hollywood Pipeline That Turned Deadly

Jasveen Sangha built her reputation as a ketamine supplier to wealthy Hollywood clientele, earning her notorious nickname among the elite circles she served. On October 24, 2023, she sold 25 vials of ketamine for six thousand dollars to representatives of Matthew Perry, the actor beloved for his role as Chandler Bing on “Friends.” Four days later, Perry was found dead in his Pacific Palisades hot tub. Federal investigators traced the lethal supply chain back to Sangha, uncovering a distribution network that prioritized profit over human life with chilling consistency.

A Pattern of Death Without Consequence

The most disturbing revelation from the prosecution centered on Sangha’s complete disregard for the consequences of her actions. Prosecutors presented evidence showing Sangha’s drug operation had already contributed to at least two deaths before Perry’s, including Cody McLaury in 2019. Despite knowing her supply had killed people, Sangha continued distributing ketamine without hesitation or apparent concern. This pattern of criminal behavior, combined with her lack of remorse, prompted prosecutors to recommend the maximum sentence. Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett agreed, rejecting defense arguments for leniency despite claims of Sangha’s “exemplary behavior” as an inmate.

The Web of Enablers Awaiting Justice

Sangha represents just one piece of a larger criminal enterprise that facilitated Perry’s tragic death. Kenneth Iwamasa, Perry’s personal assistant, served as a crucial middleman between Sangha and the actor, scheduled for sentencing on April 22, 2026, with potential imprisonment up to 15 years. Erik Fleming, another intermediary who coordinated sales between Sangha and Iwamasa, faces sentencing on April 29, 2026, with exposure to 25 years behind bars. The cascading sentences demonstrate federal commitment to dismantling entire distribution networks rather than prosecuting isolated dealers.

Accountability Finally Arrives

Judge Garnett’s decision to impose the full 15-year sentence, followed by three years of supervised release, sends an unmistakable message about the consequences of profiting from addiction. The judge told Sangha she would need “epic resilience” during her incarceration, a statement that rings hollow when measured against the permanent loss suffered by Perry’s family and the families of Sangha’s other victims. Federal prosecutors successfully argued that Sangha’s marketing of herself as an exclusive supplier to Hollywood’s elite, combined with her continued dealing after multiple deaths, warranted maximum punishment. This case establishes important precedent for holding drug suppliers accountable when their products kill customers, particularly when they demonstrate the kind of willful indifference Sangha displayed.

The Matthew Perry case forces uncomfortable questions about how drug distribution networks exploit wealth and fame, turning addiction into a lucrative business model. Sangha’s prosecution exposes the dangerous intersection of celebrity culture and illegal drug markets, where suppliers position themselves as luxury service providers rather than criminal dealers. The comprehensive investigation that identified five defendants illustrates federal determination to prosecute everyone who profits from fatal overdoses. As the remaining defendants await their sentencing dates, Perry’s family finally sees accountability for the network that supplied the drugs ending his life, though no prison term can restore what they lost.