Shocking news in Norway today as charges of rape and sexual assault have been announced against the son of the country’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit.
The Lowdown
According to police in Oslo, Marius Borg Høiby is facing charges of sexual assault and rape in a case that reportedly involves ‘double-digits’ in terms of the number of victims involved. The shocking charges come after a months-long investigation revealed an alleged pattern of abuse resulting in the charges.
Høiby, the 28-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit was first repeatedly arrested in 2024 in connection to the allegations and on initial charges of bodily harm and criminal damage.
According to police, the following are the charges against the young royal. One case of rape involving intercourse and two cases of rape without intercourse, four cases of sexual assault and two cases of bodily harm. He remains free pending a possible trial.