As it turns out, getting arrested may have been the best thing that could have happened to Journey drummer Deen Castronovo.

Castronovo was arrested earlier this year and faced a list of charges that included rape, sexual abuse and assault, in addition to unlawful use of a weapon.

According to Castronovo, he's remained sober since his indictment while continuing domestic violence and drug counseling.

He adds that he will stay in counseling throughout his four-year probation.

He went on to apologize to his former fiancée Deidra, the members of Journey and the band's fans in a statement posted on his official website.

"Had it not been for Deidra calling the police and the intervention of the prosecutors I'd probably be dead," he concluded.

"I'm going to focus on my family, finding happiness in sobriety and helping others who might be going down the wrong path to avoid destruction.

For now I'm taking it one day at a time and looking to discover what new path God has planned for me."