The son of Norway's crown princess, Marius Borg Høiby, is under investigation for alleged sexual offenses, including three counts of rape and several other charges. Although he denies many accusations, the case has entered the prosecution phase after a thorough police investigation spanning close to a year.
Allegations Against Crown Princess Mette-Marit's Son: A Closer Look at the Legal Proceedings
Allegations Against Crown Princess Mette-Marit's Son: A Closer Look at the Legal Proceedings
Marius Borg Høiby, the stepson of Norway's future king, faces serious allegations including multiple rapes and criminal offenses as police investigation concludes.
The son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, Marius Borg Høiby, is currently a subject of serious legal scrutiny, facing allegations of multiple rapes and various other offenses, as confirmed by police on Friday. The 28-year-old, who is also the stepson of the future King of Norway, was arrested on three occasions last year—specifically in August, September, and November. Following a meticulous 10-month investigation, Norwegian police have now handed over the case to prosecutors for possible charges.
Legal representation for Høiby, lawyer Petar Sekulic, stated that his client is taking the allegations "very seriously" but does not acknowledge wrongdoing in most instances, particularly regarding the sexual abuse accusations. Høiby has been under investigation since his initial arrest on August 4, 2024, which arose from suspicions of assault.
The Oslo Police District released a statement affirming the extent of their investigation, which involved numerous witness interviews, several searches, and an analysis of extensive digital materials. Throughout the fall of 2024 and into spring 2025, Høiby was interrogated multiple times and purportedly cooperated fully with police inquiries.
Among the alleged offenses are four counts of sexually offensive behavior, one count of abuse in a close relationship, and two counts of bodily harm. Notably, certain cases related to sexual offenses were dismissed by law enforcement due to “statute of limitations and evidentiary reasons.” The police attorney, Andreas Kruszewski, confirmed that the number of victims involved in the case is double-digit but declined to provide further specifics.
In light of the ongoing legal process, the Royal House of Norway issued a brief statement, emphasizing that the case is proceeding lawfully and refraining from any additional comments. As the situation develops, it raises significant implications regarding the intersection of royalty, public scrutiny, and the complexities of legal accountability in high-profile cases.
