Ex-UFC fighter Castro was found dead in an American prison at the age of 38.

Godofredo Castro de Oliveira, an ex-fighter of the Absolute Fighting Championship (UFC), was found dead in an American prison. This was reported on November 10 by the publication R7 Esporte.

"Godofredo Castro de Oliveira, known as Pepi, was found dead in prison last Sunday," the article says.

The cause of death of the athlete is not reported. According to the newspaper, Castro was in prison in the US state of Florida for committing violence against his wife. In addition, he was charged with kidnapping and causing bodily harm. It was clarified that a bail of $120 thousand was set for the fighter.

During his professional career, Castro won 14 victories and suffered seven defeats, one fight was declared invalid. He won five fights in the UFC and lost in six.

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