The Infamous Ketamine Queen of Los Angeles Arrested for Supplied Drugs in Matthew Perry's Death

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16/08/2024 23h33

In a shocking turn of events, the notorious "Ketamine Queen of Los Angeles," Jasveen Sangha, has been charged with providing the drugs that led to the tragic death of beloved actor Matthew Perry. Prosecutors have revealed that Sangha, 41, not only lived a life of excessive luxury but also boasted about being a "celebrity drug dealer" with access to high-quality substances. She flaunted her extravagant lifestyle, driving a BMW and regularly jetting off to exotic destinations such as Mexico, Spain, Italy, Greece, Japan, France, Dubai, and Antigua.

Court documents indicate that Sangha was seemingly unconcerned about the fatal consequences of her drug dealing, showing a blithe indifference to the fact that her supply of ketamine had resulted in deaths. Prosecutors argue that her drug enterprise funded her lavish lifestyle, including renting a luxurious stash house in North Hollywood for a hefty sum each month and driving a Range Rover, which she recently traded for a leased 2024 BMW. The prosecution states, "Based on the defendant's lifestyle and spending, she has the financial means to flee."

Described as a glamorous blonde who reportedly obsessed over her appearance, receiving regular Botox treatments and IV drips for "natural wellness," Sangha allegedly took pride in being a supplier to celebrities. While she also dealt in other drugs like methamphetamine and magic mushrooms, ketamine remained her specialty, offering what she claimed were high-quality substances.

Leading up to her arrest, Sangha appeared carefree, spending time at the hair salon, getting her nails done, shopping, and attending parties in Hollywood. Friends told The Post that she seemed to lead an active social life, seemingly unfazed by what awaited her. One longtime friend even mentioned how she became more social in recent months, putting on a brave face despite the impending trouble.

Sangha, who holds dual American-British citizenship, claimed to be self-employed as an "artist and singer" involved in art shows, according to pretrial sources. Authorities arrested her on meth possession charges in March, but she was released on a $100,000 bond. However, this week she was rearrested in connection with Perry's death after being charged in an 18-count superseding indictment. The charges include conspiracy to distribute ketamine, falsifying documents, and additional drug trafficking counts.

Prosecutors allege that Sangha ran her ketamine operation from her North Hollywood residence, which was raided on March 19. During the raid, law enforcement discovered a significant quantity of illegal drugs, including counterfeit pills containing methamphetamine, ketamine vials, ketamine powder, Xanax pills, psilocybin mushrooms, and cocaine. Authorities also found drug trafficking tools, a drug ledger, and a firearm registered to Sangha's boyfriend.

Dr. Salvador Plasencia, Dr. Mark Chavez, Perry's personal assistant Kenneth Iwamasa, and associate Erik Fleming were also charged alongside Sangha. Fleming, who sold the deadly batch of drugs to Perry, is accused of being the direct source. The medical examiner determined that Perry died from the acute effects of ketamine. Prosecutors further allege that Iwamasa administered numerous shots of ketamine to Perry in the days leading up to his death, with the final three shots resulting in fatal consequences.

Sangha, who pleaded not guilty, awaits trial while being held without bail. If convicted, she faces the possibility of life imprisonment. US Attorney for the Central District of California, Martin Estrada, emphasized the callousness of those involved, stating, "These defendants cared more about profiting off of Mr. Perry than caring for his well-being."

The implications of this high-profile case shed light on the dangers and tragic consequences of drug trafficking, highlighting the need for continued efforts to combat the distribution of lethal substances.

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