The legendary singer of SAVATAGE John Nicholas “Jon” Oliva was arrested this week on the west central coast of Florida, for driving under the influence as well as possession of a controlled substance.
The Pasco County Jail web site shows the 62-year-old musician was arrested at 3:43 a.m. on Thursday (September 30) and was released on bail less than 24 hours later — at 12:34 a.m. on Friday (October 1). Police charged Oliva with possession of cocaine, which is a felony, and DUI, which is a misdemeanor.
Oliva’s booking photo released by the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office shows him wearing a hospital gown and sporting what appear to be fresh scrapes on his nose and left cheek.
More information on Oliva’s arrest can be found using the Florida online court records search, HERE.