Assistant to Matthew Perry set for federal sentencing Wednesday
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Los Angeles — Kenneth Iwamasa, the longtime personal assistant to actor Matthew Perry, is scheduled to be sentenced Wednesday in federal court after pleading guilty in August 2024 to one count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine resulting in death. Authorities say the charges stem from Perry’s Oct. 28, 2023 death and a 2½-year nationwide probe into ketamine distribution. This sentencing concludes the multi-defendant federal case as prosecutors seek a sentence of three years and five months for Iwamasa, who cooperated and became the prosecution’s key witness; defense filings described him as an employee with particular vulnerability in his relationship to Perry. Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett, who previously sentenced four co-defendants, will issue the final determination Wednesday.
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Timeline of Events
- Oct. 28, 2023 — Matthew Perry found dead at Pacific Palisades residence.
- Late Oct. 2023 — Court documents allege multiple ketamine injections administered to Perry in days before death.
- 2024 — Federal investigation identifies a nationwide network distributing ketamine linked to Perry.
- Aug. 2024 — Kenneth Iwamasa pleads guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine resulting in death and agrees to cooperate.
- This week (Wednesday) — Iwamasa is scheduled for federal sentencing before Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett.
Why This Matters to You
The Perry case highlights the ongoing national issue of illegal drug distribution. It's a reminder to stay vigilant about substance abuse within your community and family. If you suspect someone is struggling, reach out to local resources or hotlines for help.
The Bottom Line
Kenneth Iwamasa, Matthew Perry's assistant, faces sentencing for a fatal ketamine conspiracy. His cooperation with authorities underscores the importance of accountability in such tragic situations. Share this with someone who values justice and community safety.
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Federal prosecutors benefited from Kenneth Iwamasa’s cooperation, which produced testimony and a plea that strengthened the government’s case and led to plea agreements and sentencing outcomes for co-defendants.
Matthew Perry’s family and estate suffered the loss of the actor on October 28, 2023, and have since been subject to the legal and investigative processes tied to the death.
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