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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Time of India
Son of Norway's Crown Princess charged with 32 crimes, including 4 rape cases: Who is Marius Borg Høiby? All about the Norwegian royal family and the controversy
Various royal families across the world are often look upon by people-- be it for the way they conduct their life, fashion sense, or more. However, sometimes the royals are put in spotlight but for all the wrong reasons. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A recent such news if that of Marius Borg Høiby-- a member of the royal family of Norway-- who is in the midst of a new scandal. In a case that has shocked Norway and attracted global attention, Marius Borg Høiby, the 28-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been formally charged with 32 serious criminal offenses, including four counts of rape, domestic violence, assault, and several other crimes, as per reports. Prosecutors confirmed that Høiby will face trial in early 2026, with the charges carrying a potential prison sentence of up to 10 years if he is convicted. All about the royal controversy According to Oslo state attorney Sturla Henriksbø, Høiby is accused of raping four women, with some assaults allegedly taking place while the victims were asleep. Prosecutors also claim that in certain cases, he engaged in consensual sexual activity with the victims earlier in the day before allegedly assaulting them later. Allegations also include that he secretly filmed sexual assaults without consent. In addition to the rape charges, Høiby faces accusations of domestic abuse against a former partner, issuing death threats, vandalism, violating restraining orders, and multiple traffic-related offenses. Investigation timeline Høiby's legal troubles came to light in August 2024, when he was arrested after allegedly assaulting a woman he had been dating. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now At the time, he admitted to injuring her while under the influence of cocaine and alcohol, and expressed remorse, saying he wanted to seek treatment for mental health issues. Following his arrest, investigators uncovered a wider pattern of alleged abuse dating back to 2018. Some incidents reportedly occurred even after the investigation had already begun. Authorities say they have gathered photographic and video evidence to support many of the charges. Who is Marius Borg Høiby? And what did the Norwegian Royal family say Norway's Marius Borg Hoiby and Crown Princess Mette-Marit in Oslo (Lise Aserud/NTB via AP, File) Her Royal Highness (HRH) The Crown Princess Mette-Marit (born Mette-Marit Tjessem Høiby) married Crown Prince Haakon, who is the heir to the Norwegian throne, in Oslo Cathedral August 25, 2001. They have three children: Mr Marius Borg Høiby, Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus. Since Marius Borg Høiby is Crown Princess Mette-Marit's son from a previous relationship which she had before getting married to Crown Prince Haakon, Marius Borg Høiby doesn't have a royal title and he is also not in the line of succession. However, Marius Borg Høiby is still a member of the Royal family of Norway, which makes these allegations against him a serious matter. In a brief statement, the Royal Palace emphasised that the case is strictly a matter for the courts: 'Marius is facing serious accusations, which the police and the judiciary will deal with. I am convinced they will do a good job.' Meanwhile, Høiby's lawyer has confirmed that he denies the most serious accusations, including rape and domestic violence, though he has admitted guilt to certain lesser charges. His defense team has promised that he will provide his full version of events during the trial, which is scheduled to begin in mid-January 2026 and expected to run for six weeks. Public impact Prosecutor Sturla Henriksbø stressed the seriousness of the case, noting, 'Rape and violence in close relationships are very serious acts that can leave lasting traces and destroy lives,' reported the Daily Mail. He also emphasized that Høiby's connection to the royal family would not affect how the case is handled, 'The fact that Marius Borg Høiby is a member of the royal family should not mean he is treated more lightly—or more harshly—than anyone else. ' As Norway awaits the trial, the case has sparked widespread debate on celebrity accountability, domestic violence, and sexual assault, highlighting how justice systems must remain impartial even in high-profile cases. More recently, UK's Prince Andrew has also stirred up controversies in Britain as he was accused of rape of a minor and his alleged closeness to Jeffery Epstein. Meghan Markle's Meticulous Plan To Control Harry & Shape Her Royal Image EXPOSED | WATCH
Japan Today
21 hours ago
- Japan Today
Prosecutors indict son of Norway's crown princess on multiple counts including rape
Norwegian prosecutors on Monday announced that they have indicted Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway's crown princess, on multiple charges including rape after a lengthy investigation. Oslo state attorney Sturla Henriksbø said Høiby could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted, broadcaster NRK reported. The 32 counts include rape, abuse in a close relationship against one former partner and acts of violence against another. Other charges include making death threats and traffic violations. Høiby, the 28-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit and stepson of the heir to the throne, Crown Prince Haakon, has been under scrutiny since he was repeatedly arrested last year on various allegations of wrongdoing. He is currently free pending trial, and Henriksbø said there is currently no reason to arrest and jail him. The prosecutors' office estimates that the trial could begin in mid-January and take around six weeks, NRK reported. Høiby is the stepson of the heir to the Norwegian throne, Crown Prince Haakon, and the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit from a previous relationship. He has no royal title or official duties. Høiby's defense team has said that he takes the accusations seriously but doesn't acknowledge any wrongdoing in most of the cases, particularly those regarding sexual abuse and violence. The royal palace said that it was up to the courts to handle the case and reach a decision, and it had nothing to add beyond that. © Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
The Journal
a day ago
- The Journal
Son of Norway princess charged with four counts of rape
THE SON OF Norway's crown princess has been charged with 32 offences including four rapes and assault, a Norwegian prosecutor has said. Marius Borg Hoiby, who was born as a result of a relationship before Crown Princess Mette-Marit's marriage to Crown Prince Haakon, has been under investigation since his arrest on 4 August last year on suspicion of assaulting his girlfriend. The arrest led to a slew of allegations against the 28-year-old that have shaken the royal family. In addition to the four rapes, the 28-year-old is charged with intimate partner abuse, acts of violence, deprivation of liberty, and filming and recording videos without consent, Attorney General Sturla Henriksbø said at a press conference. In June, police attorney Andreas Kruszweski told reporters the 10-month investigation had been completed. Hoiby's lawyer Ellen Holager Andenaes told news agency NTB her client rejected three rape allegations put to him at the time. Hoiby has previously admitted to assault and vandalism in the August 2024 incident. In a public statement 10 days after his arrest, he said he had acted 'under the influence of alcohol and cocaine after an argument', having suffered from 'mental troubles' and struggling 'for a long time with substance abuse'. Advertisement Police said previously that Hoiby was also suspected of four counts of sexually offensive behaviour, one count of abuse in a close relationship, two counts of bodily harm, one count of vandalism, one count of issuing threats, five violations of restraining orders, one count of insulting a police officer, and five traffic offences. Growing up with royals Hoiby was propelled into the spotlight at the age of four when his mother married Norway's crown prince, with whom she went on to have two more children. He was raised by the royal couple alongside his step-siblings Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus, aged 21 and 19. Unlike them, however, he has no official public role. Despite Mette-Marit's attempts to shield him from the public eye, he has made headlines over the years. 'He has been put in a virtually impossible position: one foot in, one foot out. He is not technically part of the royal household but he grew up in it,' said Sigrid Hvidsten, royals commentator at the newspaper Dagbladet. 'He has lived in a grey zone, a kind of gilded cage,' she told AFP in December 2024. A cage that has not stopped him from keeping bad company in recent years. According to media reports, he has hung out with gang members, Hells Angels bikers and members of Oslo's Albanian mafia.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Prosecutors indict the son of Norway's crown princess on multiple counts including rape
OSLO, Norway (AP) — Norwegian prosecutors on Monday announced that they have indicted Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway's crown princess, on multiple charges including rape after a lengthy investigation. Oslo state attorney Sturla Henriksbø said Høiby could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted, broadcaster NRK reported. The 32 counts include rape, abuse in a close relationship against one former partner and acts of violence against another. Other charges include making death threats and traffic violations. Høiby, the 28-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit and stepson of the heir to the throne, Crown Prince Haakon, has been under scrutiny since he was repeatedly arrested last year on various allegations of wrongdoing. He is currently free pending trial, and Henriksbø said there is currently no reason to arrest and jail him. The prosecutors' office estimates that the trial could begin in mid-January and take around six weeks, NRK reported. Høiby is the stepson of the heir to the Norwegian throne, Crown Prince Haakon, and the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit from a previous relationship. He has no royal title or official duties. Høiby's defense team has said that he takes the accusations seriously but doesn't acknowledge any wrongdoing in most of the cases, particularly those regarding sexual abuse and violence. The royal palace said that it was up to the courts to handle the case and reach a decision, and it had nothing to add beyond that.
a day ago
Prosecutors indict son of Norway's crown princess on multiple counts including rape
OSLO, Norway -- Norwegian prosecutors on Monday announced that they have indicted Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway's crown princess, on multiple charges including rape after a lengthy investigation. Oslo state attorney Sturla Henriksbø said Høiby could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted, broadcaster NRK reported. The 32 counts include rape, abuse in a close relationship against one former partner and acts of violence against another. Other charges include making death threats and traffic violations. Høiby, the 28-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit and stepson of the heir to the throne, Crown Prince Haakon, has been under scrutiny since he was repeatedly arrested last year on various allegations of wrongdoing. He is currently free pending trial, and Henriksbø said there is currently no reason to arrest and jail him. The prosecutors' office estimates that the trial could begin in mid-January and take around six weeks, NRK reported. Høiby is the stepson of the heir to the Norwegian throne, Crown Prince Haakon, and the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit from a previous relationship. He has no royal title or official duties. Høiby's defense team has said that he takes the accusations seriously but doesn't acknowledge any wrongdoing in most of the cases, particularly those regarding sexual abuse and violence. The royal palace said that it was up to the courts to handle the case and reach a decision, and it had nothing to add beyond that.
