Thursday, May 14, 2026-A drug counselor who admitted to distributing ketamine linked to the death of actor Matthew Perry has been sentenced to two years in prison, bringing a key chapter in the criminal investigation closer to closure.
The sentencing reflects the court’s finding that the defendant played a direct role in supplying the substance that contributed to the fatal overdose.
Prosecutors argued that the counselor exploited professional access and trust to obtain and distribute controlled substances outside legitimate medical channels. The defense acknowledged wrongdoing but emphasized cooperation with authorities and expressed remorse, seeking leniency in sentencing.
The judge ultimately imposed a custodial sentence, citing both the seriousness of the offense and the broader public health implications.
The case has intensified scrutiny around the growing misuse of ketamine outside clinical settings and the networks that enable its illegal distribution.
With sentencing complete, attention now shifts to ongoing investigations into other individuals potentially involved in supplying or facilitating access to the drug in the events leading up to Perry’s death.
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