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Physician Admits to Distributing Ketamine Linked to Matthew Perry’s Case

In a significant legal development, a California doctor has pleaded guilty to four counts of illegal distribution of the prescription anesthetic ketamine in connection with the tragic death of actor Matthew Perry. Salvador Plasencia made his plea in a Los Angeles district court. Facing a possible maximum sentence of 40 years in prison, Plasencia is one of five individuals charged in relation to the overdose that claimed the life of the beloved 'Friends' star on October 28, 2023. Ketamine, while sometimes prescribed for…

Primary Physician in Matthew Perry Overdose Case Set to Enter Guilty Plea

The primary physician involved in the drug overdose case of actor Matthew Perry is anticipated to submit a guilty plea soon, according to statements from the U.S. Justice Department. Dr. Salvador Plasencia is set to plead guilty to four counts related to the distribution of ketamine, with a potential maximum sentence of 40 years in federal prison. As stated by the Department, "Justice will take its due course in this tragic case." In a turn of events, Mark Chavez, a second physician implicated in the case, entered a guilty…

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