Matthew Perry death: LAPD investigating how 'Friends' star obtained ketamine

It's been over six months since Matthew Perry's overdose, and the case of his death is not closed yet. Local and federal authorities Tuesday were investigating how the "Friends" actor obtained the prescription drug ketamine, which contributed to his death in October.The Los Angeles Police Department said there is an "open investigation" into the actor's Oct. 28 death.

It is referred to as a `dissociative anesthetic hallucinogen' because it makes patients feel detached from their pain and environment," the DEA website says.The drug is sometimes used to counter the effects of depression.

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