Crown Princess' Son Caught in Legal Scandal: Multiple Rape Allegations Surface

The son of Norway's Crown Princess faces multiple charges while the legal process unfolds following a thorough investigation.

The son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, Marius Borg Høiby, is at the center of a troubling legal case, now suspected of three counts of rape and an additional 23 offences, as confirmed by police authorities on Friday. Høiby, who is the stepson of Norway's forthcoming king, has been arrested three times over the past year, with incidents recorded in August, September, and November. Following a comprehensive 10-month investigation, the case has now transitioned to prosecutors, who will determine whether to proceed with charges, as disclosed by police attorney Andreas Kruszewski.

Høiby’s legal representative, Petar Sekulic, confirmed that while his client is treating the charges with the utmost seriousness, he denies most allegations, particularly those concerning sexual abuse and violence. The 28-year-old, who lacks a royal title and does not fulfill any official duties, has been under scrutiny since his initial arrest on August 4, 2024, for assault. According to a statement from the Oslo Police District, the investigation involved numerous witness interviews, various searches, and an extensive examination of digital evidence.

Høiby underwent questioning multiple times throughout the autumn of 2024 and spring of 2025 and is reported to have cooperated with law enforcement. Among the charges he faces are four counts of sexually offensive behavior, one count of abuse in a close relationship, and two counts of bodily harm. The authorities have indicated that certain cases related to sexual offenses were dismissed owing to the statute of limitations and evidentiary challenges.

"I cannot go into further detail about the number of victims in the case beyond confirming that it is a double-digit number," stated Kruszewski. The Royal House of Norway has issued a statement affirming that the legal process is ongoing and has no additional comments at this time.