Matthew Perry, best known for his role in Friends, died from an accidental overdose while undergoing ketamine infusion therapy.

In connection with Perry's death, five individuals have been charged, including two doctors, as part of a broader investigation into a criminal network exploiting addiction for profit.

U.S. Attorney Martín Estrada revealed that the accused are part of a vast underground network supplying large quantities of ketamine.

The defendants face charges for attempting to destroy evidence, highlighting their efforts to conceal their actions.

Text messages indicate that the accused discussed providing drugs to Perry, including pricing and distribution details.

Law enforcement discovered a significant drug stash, including cocaine and methamphetamines, at the residence of one of the accused, Jasveen Sangha.

The investigation, which began in May, involved multiple law enforcement agencies and followed the accidental death ruling by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner.

Prosecutors are emphasizing accountability for those selling dangerous drugs, with potential sentences reaching life imprisonment for some defendants.

A press conference is scheduled in Los Angeles to provide further details on the investigation and the charges against the defendants.

Sangha is linked to a previous overdose death in 2019 and reportedly sold ketamine despite being aware of its dangers.

Dr. Salvador Plasencia is accused of injecting Perry with ketamine and faces charges for distribution and falsifying records.