Drug counselor who delivered ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry ketamine that killed him gets 2 years

A licensed drug addiction counselor, Erik Fleming, has been sentenced to two years in prison for his role in delivering the ketamine that led to the death of actor Matthew Perry. Fleming pleaded guilty to one count of distribution of ketamine resulting in death. He connected Perry to a convicted drug dealer known as "The Ketamine Queen," who received a 15-year sentence. Fleming cooperated with investigators, leading to a reduced sentence from the federal guidelines. The sentencing took place in federal court in Los Angeles.

Five individuals have pleaded guilty in connection with the death of actor Matthew Perry, who died in October 2023 from acute ketamine effects. The prosecution alleges these five supplied Perry with the drug. Kenneth Iwamasa, Perry's personal assistant, admitted to administering ketamine injections to the actor and making illegal drug purchases on his behalf. He is cooperating with authorities and is expected to be a key witness. Another defendant, Dr. Salvador Plasencia, reportedly instructed Iwamasa on how to administer the injections. Four of the five defendants have been sentenced, with the last sentencing expected soon.

Erik Fleming, a licensed drug addiction counselor, was sentenced to two years in prison for his role in delivering ketamine doses that led to the death of actor Matthew Perry. Fleming connected Perry with a convicted drug dealer, Jasveen Sangha, known as "the Ketamine Queen," who received a 15-year sentence. Fleming pleaded guilty to one count of distribution of ketamine resulting in death and cooperated extensively with investigators, which reduced his potential sentence. Perry, who was undergoing ketamine treatments for depression, had sought more of the drug than prescribed. Fleming expressed deep remorse for his actions, acknowledging the agony caused to Perry's family and friends.