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Originally Published 26 days ago — by The Guardian
A doctor involved in supplying ketamine to actor Matthew Perry before his death was sentenced to eight months of home confinement and three years of supervised release, acknowledging his role in the drug scheme that contributed to Perry's overdose, which was primarily caused by ketamine used off-label for depression.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by The New York Times
Dr. Salvador Plasencia was sentenced to 30 months in prison for illegally supplying ketamine to actor Matthew Perry, whose death was linked to the drug's effects. The case highlights the dangers of illegal drug distribution by medical professionals and Perry's ongoing struggles with addiction.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by BBC
A California doctor, Salvador Plasencia, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for supplying ketamine to actor Matthew Perry, whose overdose death in 2023 was linked to illegal drug distribution. The case highlights issues of drug abuse and illegal medical practices in Hollywood, with Perry's family and legal authorities emphasizing the doctor's role in his tragic death.