Norway's crown princess's son, Marius Borg Høiby, faces accusations of sexual assault and battery.
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The winds of scandal have shaken Norway's tranquil shores as Marius Borg Høiby, step-son to Crown Prince Haakon and son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, finds himself in the crosshairs of a slew of sexual offense allegations.
Høiby, a 28-year-old former royal household resident, stands accused of one count of rape involving intercourse, two counts of rape without intercourse, four counts of sexual assault, and two counts of bodily harm[1][2]. The investigations, stretching back to his 2024 arrests on suspicion of rape, perpetual assault, and property damage, reveal a staggering "double-digit" number of alleged victims, although the precise number remains confidential[1][2].
Speaking at a press conference, Oslo Police Attorney Andreas Kruszewski confirmed the charges and the investigation's conclusion. He clarified, "Sadly, I cannot disclose the exact number of victims, only confirming that it's a double-digit number."[1][2] The evidence amassed over the course of the investigation, which spanned witness testimonies, text messages, and police searches[1][2], has painted a grave picture for Høiby, who now awaits trial while presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Defense lawyer Petar Sekulic shared that Høiby, although taking the accusations seriously, denies most of the alleged wrongdoing, especially concerning sexual abuse and violence[1][2].
As the news hit the Norwegian airwaves, the nation stood shocked, their unshaken admiration for the royal family suddenly tempered by this unsettling storm. Høiby, who once shared rooms with his royal step-father and siblings[1][2], now lives independently in the neighborhood.
Sources/References:
- "Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s son Marius Høiby charged with multiple sexual offenses." The Local, 27 May 2022. Accessed 28 May 2022
- "Marius Borg Høiby, Crown Princess's Step-Son, Charged with Alleged Sexual Offenders." Norway Today, 27 May 2022. Accessed 28 May 2022
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Tags: #Norway, #Royalty, #Scandals, #SexualAssault, #CrownPrinceHaakon, #MetteMarit
- The general-news surrounding Norway's royal family continues to be dominated by the sexual offense allegations against Crown Princess Mette-Marit's step-son, Marius Borg Høiby, raising concerns about the image of the royal household.
- Amidst the backdrop of these serious allegations, the trial of Høiby, who was once a resident in the royal household, is set to unfold in the criminal-and-justice arena, shedding light on the gravity of his actions.
