Police in Norway have launched an extensive investigation into Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, leading to serious criminal charges.
Crown Princess's Son Under Investigation for Rape Allegations
Crown Princess's Son Under Investigation for Rape Allegations
Marius Borg Høiby, stepson of Norway's future king, faces serious allegations including sexual offenses and violence.
The son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, Marius Borg Høiby, is currently under police investigation for multiple serious offenses, including accusations of rape. Authorities revealed on Friday that Høiby is suspected of three rapes among a total of 26 alleged offenses, following his arrest three times throughout 2024.
The first arrest was made on August 4, 2024, initiating a comprehensive 10-month investigation. The Norwegian police have now submitted their findings to prosecutors who will decide on potential charges. Høiby's attorney, Petar Sekulic, emphasized his client's seriousness in addressing the allegations but stated that Høiby denies wrongdoing in most instances, particularly pertaining to the accusations of sexual abuse and violence.
The 28-year-old Høiby, who is not bestowed with a royal title or assigned official duties, has been cooperative throughout the investigation, which involved numerous witness interviews, extensive searches, and a review of significant digital evidence, according to Oslo Police District. The police highlighted a range of offenses, including four instances of sexually offensive behavior, one count of abuse in a close relationship, and two counts of bodily harm.
However, it was noted that some of the allegations related to sexual offenses were dismissed based on the statute of limitations and evidentiary considerations. Police attorney Andreas Kruszewski confirmed that the number of victims involved is in double digits but refrained from providing further details.
In response to the ongoing investigation, the Royal House of Norway stated that it will not make any additional comments as the legal process unfolds.
The first arrest was made on August 4, 2024, initiating a comprehensive 10-month investigation. The Norwegian police have now submitted their findings to prosecutors who will decide on potential charges. Høiby's attorney, Petar Sekulic, emphasized his client's seriousness in addressing the allegations but stated that Høiby denies wrongdoing in most instances, particularly pertaining to the accusations of sexual abuse and violence.
The 28-year-old Høiby, who is not bestowed with a royal title or assigned official duties, has been cooperative throughout the investigation, which involved numerous witness interviews, extensive searches, and a review of significant digital evidence, according to Oslo Police District. The police highlighted a range of offenses, including four instances of sexually offensive behavior, one count of abuse in a close relationship, and two counts of bodily harm.
However, it was noted that some of the allegations related to sexual offenses were dismissed based on the statute of limitations and evidentiary considerations. Police attorney Andreas Kruszewski confirmed that the number of victims involved is in double digits but refrained from providing further details.
In response to the ongoing investigation, the Royal House of Norway stated that it will not make any additional comments as the legal process unfolds.
