Doctor accused in Matthew Perry’s death pleads guilty
The doctor involved in the death of international star Matthew Perry has pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute ketamine. Dr. Mark Chavez, a San Diego resident, admitted his role in the case during a court appearance in Los Angeles. He signed a Doctor accused in Matthew Perry’s death pleads guilty plea agreement with prosecutors in August, acknowledging his involvement in providing the controlled substance.
Perry’s Assistant and Friend Also Implicated
Perry’s assistant, Kenneth Iwasama, and his friend, Eric Fleming, also pleaded guilty to their roles in Perry’s fatal overdose on October 28, 2023. Both were implicated in the events that led to the actor’s tragic death.
Chavez’s Admission and Remorse
Dr. Chavez first appeared in court in August. His attorney, Matthew Benninger, stated that Chavez was “deeply remorseful” and committed to “righting the wrong” that occurred. In his plea agreement, Chavez admitted to obtaining Doctor accused in Matthew Perry’s death pleads guilty ketamine from his former clinic and a wholesale distributor, using a forged prescription. While Chavez has agreed to cooperate with prosecutors. He still faces a potential prison sentence of up to 10 years when sentenced in April 2025.
Addiction Counselor’s Perspective
In a related interview, Hollywood addiction counselor Joe Schrank commented that Perry surrounded himself with a “toxic” group of sycophants. Schrank, who has worked with several Hollywood stars in recovery, shared his insights with *The Hollywood Reporter*, describing the unhealthy dynamics in Perry’s inner circle leading up to his death.
