Hollywood’s Drug Queen BUSTED — 15 Years Prison!

A Hollywood drug dealer known as the “Ketamine Queen” will spend the next 15 years in federal prison for selling the ketamine that killed beloved “Friends” star Matthew Perry, a sentence that exposes a chilling network of enablers who profited from celebrity addiction.

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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 ketamine supply caused previous deaths, including victim Cody McLaury in 2019
Perry’s assistant Kenneth Iwamasa and middleman Erik Fleming face sentencing this month, with potential sentences up to 15 and 25 years respectively
Federal judge rejected defense arguments for leniency, telling Sangha she would need “epic resilience” during her incarceration
Sangha sold 25 vials of ketamine to Perry’s representatives for $6,000 just four days before the actor’s death

The Ketamine Queen’s Hollywood Drug Empire

Jasveen Sangha built her reputation as an exclusive supplier to wealthy Hollywood clients, specializing in ketamine distribution throughout the Los Angeles area. She marketed herself as a premium dealer catering to the entertainment elite, positioning her illegal operation as a boutique service for those who could afford it. This calculated approach to drug dealing reveals a disturbing trend where criminals exploit celebrity vulnerability for profit. Prosecutors painted a picture of a woman who understood exactly what she was doing and continued anyway, demonstrating the kind of moral bankruptcy that destroys lives without remorse.

A Pattern of Death and Deception

The evidence against Sangha extended far beyond Matthew Perry’s tragic death. Federal prosecutors established that her ketamine supply had already killed at least one other person, Cody McLaury, back in 2019. What makes this particularly damning is that Sangha knew about McLaury’s death and continued selling the same deadly product without hesitation. This wasn’t ignorance or accident. This was a conscious decision to keep profiting from poison, regardless of the body count. When Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett imposed the full 15-year sentence, she was acknowledging what the evidence clearly showed: a complete absence of conscience.

The Final Transaction That Ended Matthew Perry’s Life

On October 24, 2023, Sangha sold 25 vials of ketamine to Perry’s representatives for $6,000. Four days later, the 54-year-old actor was found dead in his Pacific Palisades hot tub. The timeline reveals how quickly illegal drugs can destroy a life, even one as successful and publicly beloved as Perry’s. His personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, and middleman Erik Fleming facilitated the deadly transaction, creating a chain of culpability that federal investigators methodically unraveled. These weren’t faceless criminals operating in dark alleys. They were people Perry trusted, people who had access to his home and his life.

Justice Delayed but Delivered

Sangha’s defense attorneys attempted to argue for time served, claiming their client demonstrated “exemplary behavior” as an inmate. Judge Garnett rejected this argument entirely, following the prosecution’s recommendation for the maximum 15-year sentence. The judge’s blunt assessment that Sangha would need to show “epic resilience” during her incarceration suggests the court recognized the gravity of her crimes and the multiple lives destroyed by her actions. This sentencing sends a clear message that targeting vulnerable individuals, particularly celebrities struggling with addiction, will result in serious federal consequences regardless of how well you behave after getting caught.

The Enablers Awaiting Their Own Reckoning

Sangha represents just one piece of a larger criminal network that surrounded Matthew Perry’s final days. Kenneth Iwamasa, Perry’s personal assistant, faces sentencing on April 22, 2026, with a potential 15-year sentence. Erik Fleming, who coordinated sales between Sangha and Iwamasa, faces sentencing on April 29, 2026, with exposure to 25 years in federal prison. These pending sentences reveal how drug distribution networks operate through layers of middlemen, each taking their cut while distancing themselves from the ultimate harm. The federal investigation identified five total defendants, with Sangha being the third sentenced, demonstrating the thoroughness of law enforcement’s response to Perry’s death.

A Precedent for Prosecuting Celebrity Drug Deaths

This case establishes important legal precedent for holding drug suppliers accountable when their products kill high-profile victims. Federal prosecutors didn’t just go after the street-level dealer; they dismantled the entire supply chain from source to end user. This comprehensive approach addresses a fundamental problem: wealthy individuals with addiction problems often have access to enablers who facilitate their substance abuse for financial gain. The entertainment industry has long struggled with prescription drug abuse and the networks of dealers who exploit celebrity addiction. These sentences demonstrate that fame and money won’t protect those who profit from deadly drugs.