By Ezekiel David
The “Ketamine Queen”, moniker of drug dealer to the stars Jasveen Sanha, has been arrested in connection with the drug-related death of “Friends” actor Matthew Perry.
Sangha, 41, faces an 18-count indictment, including charges for distributing ketamine to Perry, in the weeks leading up to his death at age 54, the Daily Mail has reported.
The glamorous North Hollywood-based dealer was placed under arrest on Thursday.
Perry received ketamine from Sangha a few days prior to his death in October 2023, according to authorities.
On learning of Perry’s death, she reportedly told a co-conspirator to delete any incriminating evidence from their phones.
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A significant amount of drugs, including more than a kilogram of methamphetamine, were found during a raid on Sangha’s house in March. According to the indictment, the Ketamine Queen’s home served as a “stash house” for the distribution and storage of drugs.
Two doctors, Perry’s assistant, and a fifth individual have also been arrested and charged alongside Sangha in connection with the case.
Legal experts believe that she could be looking at a life sentence due to her involvement in the death of the star. Former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani noted the seriousness of the charges and the potential for severe penalties.
The case has drawn attention because of Sangha’s reputation for dealing exclusively with a high-profile clientele.
Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, US Attorney Martin Estrada and LAPD Chief Dominic Choi stressed that those responsible for Perry’s death would face consequences. According to Estrada, “drug dealers selling dangerous substances are gambling with other people’s lives over greed.”
The officials revealed that the extensive coordination between local and federal agencies led to the arrests.
(Source: Daily Mail)