An Ocean County detective's nearly two-week fight for life since a car crash in Lacey Township comes to an end.

John Scott Stevens
John Scott Stevens (Ocean County Proseutor's Office)
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John Scott Stevens, 44, of Forked River, died at 3:32 AM today, according to information from the office of Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato.

"We extend our heartfelt sympathies to his family and loved ones, and pledge our continued support to his family during this most difficult time," Coronato said in a prepared release.

Stevens lingered in critical condition at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune since the crash on Dover Road at about 10:53 AM on January 8. His family and loved ones were with him at the time of his death, officials said.

Stevens was on duty in an undercover 2004 Honda Civic, authorities said. Investigators still haven't determined what caused the car to careen across the oncoming lane and into a tree.

Stevens was assigned to the Special Operation Group. He would have marked 15 years in the Prosecutor's Office this coming April, authorities said.

Announcement of funeral arrangements will be forthcoming when they are available, authorities said.

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