Friends star Matthew Perry's death to get full investigation
The Los Angeles Police Department has launched a full investigation into the death of Friends actor Matthew Perry.
In a statement on X/Twitter, the LAPD said: "Death Investigation Update: On 10-28-23 LAPD responded to the residence of actor Matthew Perry to conduct a death investigation. On 10-29-23, an autopsy of Mr Perry was performed by the LA County Department of Medical Examiner.
"On 12-15-23, the autopsy indicated Mr Perry died from the 'acute effects of ketamine'. Based on the Medical Examiner's findings, the LAPD with the assistance of DEA and the US Postal Inspection Service, has continued its investigation into the circumstances of Perry's death."
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Perry died at his home in October of last year aged 54. An autopsy later confirmed that Perry's death was an "accident" caused by the "acute effects of ketamine".
The post-mortem examination carried out by the Los Angeles County medical examiner added that contributing factors to his death included drowning, coronary artery disease and the effects of buprenorphine (a drug used to treat opioid use disorder).
Perry had previously been open about his battles with addiction, including sharing that his Friends co-stars had tried to stage an intervention.
Following his death, the actor's family established the Matthew Perry Foundation to honour his legacy of supporting those "struggling with the disease of addiction."
"The Matthew Perry Foundation is the realisation of Matthew's enduring commitment to helping others struggling with the disease of addiction," the foundation said in its mission statement.
"It honours his legacy, guided by his own words and driven by his passion for making a difference in as many lives as possible."
For more on drug addiction and dependency, including information and support, please visit FRANK or Action on Addiction.
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