Matthew Perry arrives at the premiere of “The Invention of Lying” in Los Angeles on Sept. 21, 2009. Matthew Perry’s death from acute effects of the prescription drug ketamine is the source of a criminal investigation, with authorities examining where the actor got the medication, LAPD officials told The Times. Trace amounts of ketamine — which is sometimes used to treat depression — were found in Perry’s stomach, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner. AdvertisementThe ketamine in Perry’s system caused cardiovascular overstimulation and respiratory depression, the medical examiner reported. Television Full coverage: Matthew Perry dead at 54 Matthew Perry was found dead at his Los Angeles home on Oct. 28.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 22, 2024 20:45 UTC