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New York Postworld27 days ago
Doctor Appeals 30-Month Sentence in Ketamine Distribution Case
A physician convicted of distributing ketamine has asked a federal appeals court to reduce his prison term. The appeal argues the original sentence treated him as a medical professional when his conduct resembled that of a supplier.
citizen.co.zaworld28 days ago
Chile Seizes 1,080 Tons of Lumber Laced With Cocaine and Ketamine Headed to Europe
Chilean customs officials said the Monday seizure of cocaine and ketamine hidden in 45 containers from Bolivia carries an estimated $8.3 billion retail value on the European market.
Fox Newsscience39 days ago
Review Finds Single Ketamine Infusion Reduced Depression Symptoms Within Hours
A review of 26 clinical trials found that one intravenous ketamine dose lowered depression scores in four hours and suicidal thoughts within 24 hours. Effects lasted up to a month for some participants. Researchers noted the drug is not FDA-approved for depression treatment.
gamereactor.euworld40 days ago
Matthew Perry's Live-In Assistant Sentenced to Over Three Years
Kenneth Iwamasa, 60, received a prison term exceeding three years for supplying the ketamine that caused the actor's death in 2023. He is the fifth and final person sentenced in the case.
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New York Postworld41 days agoUpdated
Matthew Perry's Assistant to Be Sentenced for Ketamine Injection That Killed Actor
Kenneth Iwamasa faces sentencing Wednesday after pleading guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine resulting in death. He is the final defendant in the case involving the October 2023 overdose of the Friends star.
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abcnews.go.comworld47 days ago
Israel Police Seize Drugs and Cash in Bat Yam Raid
Israel Police officers arrested two suspects and seized multiple illicit substances along with cash during a search of two addresses in Bat Yam on Thursday morning. The operation recovered cocaine, crystal meth, ecstasy, ketamine, hallucinogenic mushrooms, and NIS 13,100.
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abcnews.go.comworld54 days ago
Erik Fleming Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Supplying Ketamine That Killed Matthew Perry
Erik Fleming, a licensed drug addiction counselor, was sentenced to two years in federal prison on May 13, 2026, for distributing ketamine to Matthew Perry, including doses that led to the actor's death in October 2023. Fleming admitted to obtaining the drug from dealer Jasveen S…
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bbc.co.ukworld54 days ago
Middleman Sentenced to Two Years for Supplying Ketamine That Killed Matthew Perry
A middleman who helped supply ketamine to "Friends" actor Matthew Perry was sentenced to two years in prison in California on Wednesday. The sentencing concludes one part of the case surrounding the actor's death from the effects of ketamine. Authorities have pursued charges agai…
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israelnationalnews.com (News photo)world54 days ago
Neo-Nazi Cult Leader Sentenced to 15 Years for Inciting Violence
Michail Chkhikvishvili, known online as Commander Butcher, received a 15-year prison term Wednesday in Brooklyn federal court for leading the Maniac Murder Cult and soliciting attacks that prosecutors linked to a 2025 Nashville school shooting. Separately, drug counselor Erik Fle…
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deadline.compolitics55 days ago
Erik Fleming Sentenced in Matthew Perry Ketamine Case After Guilty Plea and Cooperation
Prosecutors seek 2 1/2 years in prison for the 56-year-old former drug counselor who connected the "Friends" actor to his ketamine supplier. Defense lawyers request three months in prison plus nine months in residential treatment, citing Fleming's immediate cooperation. Sentencin…
ocregister.comworld55 days ago
Erik Fleming Sentenced for Ketamine Distribution in Matthew Perry Overdose Case
Erik Fleming, a licensed drug addiction counselor, is scheduled for sentencing Wednesday after pleading guilty to conspiracy and distribution of ketamine resulting in the actor's death. Federal prosecutors recommended 30 months in prison while defense attorneys sought three month…
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Military.compolitics57 days ago
Bipartisan Lawmakers Press FDA on Psychedelic Therapy Reviews After Trump Executive Order
Bipartisan letter initiated by Reps. Jack Bergman and Lou Correa presses FDA Commissioner Martin Makary for timelines and clarity on psychedelic and entactogen trials. The May 1 request follows President Donald Trump's April 18 executive order directing expanded access to ibogain…
news.google.comworld83 days ago
Ketamine and Ecstasy Use Increases by Over 200% in England Over Four Years
Analysis of wastewater samples in England shows ketamine levels rose by 229% from 2021 to 2024, while MDMA levels increased by 232% over the same period. The Home Office's Wastewater Analysis for Narcotics Detection programme conducted the testing at 42 sewage sites. Other drugs…
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Jasveen Sangha Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Role in Matthew Perry's Overdose Death
Jasveen Sangha, known as the Ketamine Queen, received a 15-year prison sentence for supplying ketamine that contributed to the death of actor Matthew Perry in 2023. Prosecutors described her as a major supplier in the case involving the Friends star's fatal overdose. The sentence…
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Jasveen Sangha Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Providing Ketamine in Matthew Perry's Death
Jasveen Sangha, known as the 'Ketamine Queen,' received a 15-year federal prison sentence for distributing ketamine that contributed to the 2023 death of actor Matthew Perry. She pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including distribution resulting in death. The case involves five…
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Jasveen Sangha Faces Sentencing for Role in Matthew Perry's Ketamine Overdose Death
Jasveen Sangha, who pleaded guilty to distributing ketamine that caused Matthew Perry's death, is scheduled for sentencing in Los Angeles federal court on Wednesday. Prosecutors seek a 15-year prison term for the 42-year-old, described as operating a drug distribution network. Pe…
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Matthew Perry's Stepmother Calls for Maximum Sentence for Jasveen Sangha in Actor's Death Case
Suzanne Perry, stepmother of the late Friends actor Matthew Perry, has stated that Jasveen Sangha, known as the 'Ketamine Queen,' should receive the maximum sentence. Sangha faces sentencing on Wednesday for her role in supplying ketamine that contributed to Perry's death in Octo…