The defense has said in the past that it would be open to a plea deal if the death penalty was taken off the table . Prosecutors say they are seeking more charges against Ariel Castro . The teen was found dead in his cell at the prison on April 21 after a fight with another inmate, officials said. The defense has asked for a speedy trial , which would mean the trial would start by August 4 . Castro did n't say much during short hearing .
Prosecutors say they are seeking more charges against Ariel Castro . The teen was found dead in his cell at the prison on April 21 after a fight with another inmate, officials said. The defense has asked for a speedy trial , which would mean the trial would start by August 4 . Castro did n't say much during short hearing .