Dr. Mark Chavez, 54, admitted to one count of conspiring to distribute ketamine in the death of actor Matthew Perry. He will cooperate with prosecutors seeking convictions against others involved.
A San Diego doctor charged in the drug-overdose death of actor Matthew Perry pleaded guilty Wednesday to a felony.
Dr. Mark Chavez, 54, admitted to one count of conspiring to distribute ketamine after reaching a plea deal with prosecutors. As part of that agreement, he will cooperate with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Los Angeles as it seeks convictions against others charged in theHe is the third defendant in the case to plead guilty and one of five who were charged earlier this year.
"In the end, these defendants were more interested in profiting off Mr. Perry than caring for his wellbeing," Estrada said.
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