Marius Borg Høiby, the 27-year-old son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been arrested by police in Oslo on suspicion of rape. This development comes as part of an ongoing investigation in which he is already facing multiple other charges related to violence and misconduct. Høiby, who does not hold a royal title, was detained late on Monday night after being found in a vehicle with a victim from a separate incident.
Norwegian Royal's Son Arrested Amid Rape Allegations
Norwegian Royal's Son Arrested Amid Rape Allegations
Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, is under investigation for serious charges including rape and violence.
The charges against Høiby include the serious allegation of unlawful sexual intercourse with someone unable to resist due to unconsciousness or other incapacitating factors. According to police officials, although Høiby reportedly denies the rape accusations, he faces additional charges in connection with several incidents involving different victims. Specifically, police noted that the current rape investigation refers to acts that do not involve penetration, with the victim allegedly unable to resist during the incident.
As per recent reports, the Norwegian royal palace has refrained from commenting on Høiby's arrest and the surrounding allegations. The arrest took place in the context of a separate incident on August 4, for which Høiby was already facing previous charges related to violence and criminal damage. Police have confirmed that these charges now include maltreatment in intimate relationships and further violations of restraining orders involving the same victim. Additionally, he has been reported for driving without a valid license.
In a broader context, Høiby's history includes other legal troubles involving accusations of abuse toward former girlfriends and threats made to an acquaintance. The investigation continues as authorities search his residence, which is located at Skaugum, the official residence of the Crown Prince and his wife.
Oslo remains at the center of this unfolding situation, closely watched by both public and media as the case develops.
As per recent reports, the Norwegian royal palace has refrained from commenting on Høiby's arrest and the surrounding allegations. The arrest took place in the context of a separate incident on August 4, for which Høiby was already facing previous charges related to violence and criminal damage. Police have confirmed that these charges now include maltreatment in intimate relationships and further violations of restraining orders involving the same victim. Additionally, he has been reported for driving without a valid license.
In a broader context, Høiby's history includes other legal troubles involving accusations of abuse toward former girlfriends and threats made to an acquaintance. The investigation continues as authorities search his residence, which is located at Skaugum, the official residence of the Crown Prince and his wife.
Oslo remains at the center of this unfolding situation, closely watched by both public and media as the case develops.
