The son of Norway's Crown Princess, Marius Borg Høiby, is currently under investigation, facing suspicions of three rapes and 23 other offences, as indicated by police reports released on Friday. The 28-year-old, who has neither a royal title nor official duties, was arrested on three occasions last year: in August, September, and November. Following a thorough 10-month investigation, the case has now been forwarded to prosecutors for their evaluation on potential charges, according to police attorney Andreas Kruszewski.
Høiby’s lawyer, Petar Sekulic, addressed the situation, emphasizing his client’s seriousness in responding to the accusations while asserting that many claims—particularly those concerning sexual abuse and violence—are vehemently denied by Høiby. The investigation dates back to August 4, 2024, arising from allegations of assault, followed by comprehensive police inquiries which included extensive witness interviews and the examination of digital evidence.
Oslo Police District conducted the investigation diligently, allowing for multiple questionings of Høiby throughout the autumn of 2024 and into the spring of 2025, during which he reportedly cooperated with authorities. Police identified various suspected offences, including four instances of sexual misconduct, one case of abuse in a close relationship, and two counts of bodily harm. However, some allegations of sexual offences have already been discarded due to the statute of limitations and lack of sufficient evidence.
Mr. Kruszewski further noted that while the case involves a substantial number of victims, exact details could not be disclosed, only confirming that the victim count is in the double digits. In a statement, the Royal House of Norway remarked that the legal proceedings are ongoing, refraining from any further commentary on the matter.
