Jasveen Sangha Sentenced to 15 Years in Ketamine Death of Matthew Perry

"The pain you caused is irreversible." — Debbie Perry, the actor's stepmother

On April 8, 2025, Jasveen Sangha, 42, was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for her role in distributing ketamine that led to the death of actor Matthew Perry. The sentence, imposed by U.S. District Judge Sherilyn Garnett, matched the recommendation from federal prosecutors.

Sangha has been in custody since August 2024. Co-defendants Erik Fleming and Kenneth Iwamasa were also sentenced in separate proceedings.

Charges and Plea

Sangha, identified in court documents as operating a drug-trafficking business from her North Hollywood residence, pleaded guilty in September 2025 to five federal felony counts:

• Maintaining a drug-involved premises
• Three counts of distribution of ketamine
• One count of distribution of ketamine resulting in death or serious bodily injury

She faced a maximum statutory sentence of 65 years in prison.

The Death of Matthew Perry

Matthew Perry, 54, was found unresponsive in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home on October 28, 2023. An autopsy report released in December 2023 concluded that his death resulted from the acute effects of ketamine. Contributing factors were listed as drowning, coronary artery disease, and buprenorphine.

Perry had a documented history of substance abuse. Court records indicate he had been receiving medically supervised ketamine infusions for depression and anxiety. After his prescribed dosage was not increased, authorities stated he sought the drug from other sources.

Drug Supply Chain

According to prosecutors, Sangha and co-defendant Erik Fleming sold 51 vials of ketamine to Perry's live-in personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, in October 2023. Sangha admitted in her plea agreement that she knew the vials were intended for Perry.

On the day of his death, Iwamasa administered at least three ketamine injections to Perry. Prosecutors stated that the dose which caused Perry's death came from vials supplied by Sangha.

Victim Impact Statements and Court Proceedings

During the sentencing hearing, members of Perry's family delivered powerful victim impact statements.

• Debbie Perry, Perry's stepmother, told the court: "The pain you caused is irreversible."
• Keith Morrison, Perry's stepfather, described the actor as "one of a kind." Addressing Sangha directly, Morrison stated: "You're a drug dealer. The fact is you supplied an addict."

Sangha stated in court that she took "full responsibility for my actions" and expressed shame for the impact on the families.

Arguments for and Against Sentencing

Prosecutors recommended a 15-year sentence, citing what they described as Sangha's continued operation of a high-volume drug trafficking business after learning that ketamine she supplied had contributed to the overdose deaths of two individuals: Perry and Cody McLaury in 2019. They referenced recorded jail communications where Sangha discussed obtaining trademarks and book rights related to the case.

"You're a drug dealer. The fact is you supplied an addict." — Keith Morrison, Perry's stepfather

Sangha's defense attorneys requested a sentence of time served, citing her demonstrated rehabilitation, sustained sobriety, and participation in rehabilitative programs since her arrest.

Co-Defendants and Their Sentences

Four other individuals pleaded guilty to federal charges in connection with Perry's death.

Bottom line: Jasveen Sangha received 15 years — 23% of the maximum 65-year sentence — for supplying the ketamine that killed Matthew Perry, while the actor's personal assistant who administered the fatal dose received just over 3 years.