Matthew Perry's death sent shockwaves through the industry last year as the former actor passed away. friends The star was beloved for his hilarious sense of humor and his love for people. After the actor was found dead in his hot tub in 2023, some speculated that there might have been more to the story, and unfortunately, that was determined when an autopsy report later revealed that he died from the “acute effects of ketamine,” a drug that can be used to treat depression but is also commonly used by some as a party drug. Once this news broke, all eyes turned to how Perry obtained the drugs, and now it has become clear that an arrest has been made in connection with his death.
According to NBC News, at least one person has been arrested in connection with Perry's death, which has been determined to be the result of a ketamine overdose. Additionally, other sources such as TMZ, The Associated Press and ABC News have reported that multiple people have been charged in connection with the investigation, citing a law enforcement official. A press conference is expected to be held later this morning in Los Angeles to provide more details.
Matthew Perry's death prompts federal DEA investigation
The federal Drug Enforcement Agency launched an investigation into Perry’s death last May because it wanted to track down how the actor had obtained the illegal drug. Some doctors had prescribed ketamine to treat depression, which Perry was determined to do with ketamine therapy. However, based on the amount found in his system and when, it did not fit the schedule his doctor had prescribed. While it was considered helpful for treating depression, the drug was also known to be used as a party drug, and Perry’s autopsy report found that the amount of the drug in his blood was roughly what would be used while under general anesthesia. In addition to the actor’s death being attributed to the effects of ketamine, other factors attributed to his death were coronary artery disease, drowning, and the effects of buprenorphine, a medication commonly used to treat opioid abuse.
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Perry's drug and alcohol addiction has been well documented and dates back decades, even before he made his big break on Friends. The actor became dependent on painkillers after an accident during a break from filming the 1997 romantic comedy Fools Rush In, with Salma Hayek. Perry's addiction to painkillers had become severe by the time the cast was watching the Walt Disney romantic comedy Fools Rush In in 1997. friends He was a giant of NBC's “must-see TV” and took up to 55 Vicodin pills a day, he wrote in his 2022 memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing.
Despite Perry's struggles, the actor has reached a point of sobriety that has led him to become a spokesperson for himself because he hopes his legacy won't be his time on the hit sitcom. friendsBut perhaps he is an example for people who go through similar struggles and come out the other side. Matthew Perry has likely helped many people battling this insidious disease and his lasting impact on the world should continue.
