Dr. Mark Chavez, one of the two doctors charged in the death investigation of actor Matthew Perry, is expected to plead guilty to conspiring to distribute ketamine. This comes after Perry’s fatal overdose last year, where prosecutors say another doctor and a dealer known as the “ketamine queen” played larger roles.
Chavez signed a plea agreement in August and could face up to 10 years in prison. He has surrendered his medical license and is cooperating with prosecutors in the case against Dr. Salvador Plasencia and Jasveen Sangha, who allegedly sold Perry the lethal dose.
Perry had been using ketamine for depression, but began seeking more from Plasencia through Chavez. Plasencia texted Chavez about supplying more drugs to Perry, leading to the fatal overdose.
Five people have been charged in connection to Perry’s death, and his assistant has already pleaded guilty for their role in administering the final dose. Prosecutors are aiming to go after those deemed more responsible for the overdose.
Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on “Friends,” struggled with addiction for years. The ongoing case raises questions about the extent of legal consequences for those involved in providing drugs linked to his death.
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