Former UFC fighter Godofredo "Pepey" Castro has died by apparent suicide while in prison, officials said Monday. He was 38 years old.
The Broward Sheriff's Office says a detention deputy was conducting routine checks around 8 PM on Saturday when he found Castro unresponsive in his cell. Jail staff performed life-saving measures until rescue arrived ... and he was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he later died.
No foul play is suspected ... and the cause and manner of death are pending.