The Los Angeles Police Department has officially launched an investigation into the tragic death of renowned actor Matthew Perry.
Examining the Role of Ketamine
Medical officials had previously stated that Matthew Perry, beloved star of the iconic comedy series Friends, passed away in October due to the “acute effects of ketamine.” The investigation aims to determine how Perry obtained the anesthetic ketamine found in his system.
Contributing Factors: Drowning and More
Perry’s death was also attributed to accidental drowning as a significant factor. The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that they are collaborating with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the United States Postal Inspection Service in the ongoing investigation of the 54-year-old actor’s death.
Incident Details
On October 28, Matthew Perry was found unresponsive in the pool at his Los Angeles home, and he was declared dead at the scene shortly thereafter. Post-mortem examinations revealed a high level of ketamine in his blood.
Medical Findings and Perry’s Health Issues
Assistant Chief Coroner Raffi Djabourian noted that other contributing factors to Perry’s death included coronary artery disease and the effects of buprenorphine, a medication used to treat opioid use disorder. It is known that Perry was undergoing ketamine treatments for depression and anxiety at the time of his death.