Allegations Surrounding Matthew Perry’s Former Assistant

Recent reports suggest that Kenneth Iwamasa, who was Matthew Perry’s former assistant, attempted to conceal evidence related to the “Friends” actor’s death.

According to a court filing cited by TMZ, prosecutors claim that Iwamasa instructed another individual to dispose of ketamine evidence shortly after Perry’s passing. He is also alleged to have orchestrated the destruction of various documents and the deletion of digital files.

Moreover, federal officials have accused Iwamasa of misleading investigators by concealing his administration of multiple doses of ketamine to Perry on the day he died. Iwamasa reportedly asserted that Perry himself had hidden the ketamine bottles, a claim contested by prosecutors.

Documents reveal that Iwamasa directed a person referred to as “B.M.” to dispose of ketamine vials and syringes following the incident. He also allegedly ordered the destruction of a handwritten note that pointed to Dr. Salvador Plasencia as the source of the ketamine, as well as the prescription itself.

In a further twist, Iwamasa later acknowledged that he “cleaned up the scene,” stating he “deleted everything” and changed the passwords on Perry’s devices, according to the prosecutors.

Prosecutors assert that Iwamasa took advantage of both Perry’s trust and the faith his family placed in him, believing he was supporting Perry in overcoming his battles with addiction.

Iwamasa has since pleaded guilty to a single count of conspiracy concerning the distribution of ketamine that ultimately resulted in death, accepting a plea deal in the process.

The prosecution is seeking a 41-month prison sentence, and Iwamasa is scheduled for sentencing on Wednesday.

In related news, Jasveen Sangha, known as the “ketamine queen,” was handed a 15-year prison sentence for supplying the drug linked to Perry’s death. Dr. Salvador Plasencia received a 30-month federal prison term along with two years of supervised release for his role in distributing ketamine illegally.

Other individuals implicated, like Erik Fleming and Dr. Mark Chavez, have also faced sentences ranging from two years to home confinement and supervised release. Perry passed away on October 28, 2023, at 54.