Matthew Perry’s drug death is reportedly being probed by authorities including the US postal service. The ‘Friends’ star was found dead aged 54 in the hot tub of his Los Angeles home in October 2023, with an autopsy revealing he had been killed by “acute effects of ketamine”. It was reported on Tuesday (21.
05.24) by TMZ his passing is still under investigation as police want to identify the supplier of the drugs that killed the actor. The outlet has now reported the Drug Enforcement Administration is getting assistance from the US Postal Inspection Service in its efforts to find the person who gave the actor the ketamine that killed him.
Journalism for the curious Australian across politics, business, culture and opinion. It said: “Law enforcement sources tell us the USPS’ federal investigatory authorities are now involved in the probe, and looking into whether Matthew acquired any drugs through the mail. “We’re told the postal inspectors are offering their expertise – including their ability to track packages and other mail-related investigation tools.
” TMA previously reported: “Law enforcement sources tell us there is an ongoing investigation into where Matthew got the ketamine that ended up playing a part in his death – and the main questions are who provided the drug, and under what circumstances.” Its report went on: ‘Our sources say both local police and the DEA have been looking into this matter for months, but it’s unclear where exactly.
