Keith Morrison is looking forward to “justice” being served after five people, including two doctors, were arrested in connection to his stepson Matthew Perry’s death.

“We were and still are heartbroken by Matthew’s death, but it has helped to know law enforcement has taken his case very seriously,” the Morrison family wrote in a statement to NBC News on Thursday.

“We look forward to justice taking its course.”

Morrison, 77, married Perry’s mom, Suzanne, in 1981, and they are still together to this day.

The statement comes hours after five people were arrested and charged for Perry’s death from “acute effects of ketamine” on Oct. 28, 2023. He was 54.

Computers and electronic devices seized revealed the “Fools Rush In” star’s desire to illegally purchase ketamine along with how much he’d pay for the substance.

Documents obtained by the New York Times identified Dr. Salvador Plasencia, Jasveen Sangha, known as the “Ketamine Queen,” Dr. Mark Chaves, Perry’s assistant Kenneth Iwamasa and the actor’s friend Erik Fleming as those arrested.

The five are accused of taking “advantage of Mr. Perry’s addiction issues to enrich themselves,” U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada said in a press conference.

Following his death, authorities determined that ketamine had caused Perry to lose consciousness in a hot tub. At the time, he was found “floating face down” at his Malibu, Calif., estate.

It was later revealed that the actor had been undergoing ketamine infusion therapy, but his last session had been more than a week before he passed.

Authorities then concluded that Perry was ingesting ketamine, which is commonly used to treat depression, anxiety and PTSD, without medical supervision.

Sources told Page Six on Thursday that the “Whole Nine Yards” star was obsessed with the drug and wanted to create a business to sell it.

“He was telling me this (ketamine) is fantastic, he wanted to go into business with this one guy in Glendale, or somewhere in the Valley,” a close friend of the late actor told Page Six.

“Obviously this guy was giving him as much as he wanted, and with an addict, you can’t do that, it was terrible. I think Matthew was even able to get ketamine without seeing a doctor.”

Over his lifetime, Perry battled with alcohol and substance abuse and was in and out of rehab.

The “17 Again” star got candid about his decades-long struggle in his 2022 memoir, “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing,” admitting he thought his addiction would kill him.

“Not only do I have the disease, but I also have it bad,” he wrote. “I have it as bad as you can have it, in fact. It’s back-to-the-wall time all the time. It’s going to kill me.”
Keith Morrison is relieved that steps are being taken to bring justice in the case of his stepson Matthew Perry’s tragic death.

The family expressed their gratitude for law enforcement’s dedicated efforts in a statement to NBC News. They are hopeful that justice will prevail in the wake of Perry’s passing.

The recent arrests of five individuals, including two doctors, shed light on the circumstances surrounding Perry’s death from ketamine overdose.

Documents seized from electronic devices revealed disturbing details about Perry’s illicit attempts to acquire ketamine and the involvement of those arrested in exploiting his addiction for personal gain.

Dr. Salvador Plasencia, Jasveen Sangha, Dr. Mark Chaves, Kenneth Iwamasa, and Erik Fleming are facing charges related to Perry’s death. U.S. Attorney Martin Estrada emphasized that they took advantage of Perry’s struggles with addiction to further their own interests.

Perry’s fatal overdose in a hot tub was a devastating blow to his loved ones. It was discovered that he had been using ketamine without proper medical supervision, despite undergoing ketamine infusion therapy. The actor’s fascination with the drug and his plans to start a business selling it highlighted the grip addiction had on him.

Throughout his life, Perry battled with substance abuse and alcoholism, seeking help through rehab multiple times. In his memoir, he candidly shared his ongoing struggle with addiction, acknowledging the grave threat it posed to his well-being.

The tragic circumstances surrounding Matthew Perry’s death serve as a reminder of the dangers of addiction and the devastating impact it can have on individuals and their loved ones. It is a sobering reflection on the importance of seeking help and support in times of struggle.

As we continue to navigate the complexities of addiction and its effects, it is essential to raise awareness, provide resources, and support those in need. The journey to recovery is arduous, but with determination, perseverance, and a strong support system, it is possible to overcome the grip of addiction.

Let us honor Matthew Perry’s memory by advocating for addiction awareness, destigmatizing mental health struggles, and offering compassion and understanding to those who are fighting their own battles.

Together, we can strive towards a future where individuals struggling with addiction receive the help and support they need to reclaim their lives.