Norwegian police announced Tuesday that Marius Borg Høiby, the 27-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been arrested on suspicion of rape. Høiby, who is not an official member of the royal family, was taken into custody Monday evening following allegations linked to a disturbing incident in Oslo earlier this year.
Authorities stated that Høiby is suspected of violating a criminal statute concerning sexual acts with individuals “unconscious or otherwise unable to resist.” Police clarified that the charge pertains to a sexual act, not intercourse, with the victim reportedly unable to resist.
Previous Incidents and New Charges
This is not Høiby’s first run-in with the law. In August, he was detained after an altercation at a woman’s apartment in Oslo, where he was accused of causing bodily harm. During that investigation, police reportedly found a knife lodged in the wall of the woman’s bedroom. He was also arrested in September for breaching a restraining order related to the same woman.
In a new twist, police revealed Tuesday that the August incident is now being investigated as domestic abuse. Høiby was arrested on Monday while in a car with the alleged victim from the August case.
Background
Marius Borg Høiby, born in 1997 from a previous relationship of Mette-Marit before her marriage to Crown Prince Haakon in 2001, has no official royal duties. He grew up alongside his step-siblings, Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus.
Authorities have not yet decided whether Høiby will remain in custody as investigations continue. The case has sparked widespread media attention in Norway, drawing scrutiny due to his royal connections.
Key Points: Arrest of Marius Borg Høiby
- Arrest and Charges:
- Marius Borg Høiby, 27, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was arrested on suspicion of rape.
- Allegedly involved in a sexual act with a person unable to resist, though not intercourse.
- Previous Incidents:
- Arrested in August following a violent altercation at a woman’s apartment in Oslo. Evidence included a knife found lodged in the wall of the victim’s bedroom. In September, arrested for violating a restraining order related to the same victim.
- New Allegations:
- The August case has expanded to include charges of domestic abuse.
- He was arrested on Monday while in a car with the same victim from earlier incidents.
- Background:
- Høiby was born in 1997 from a previous relationship of Mette-Marit before her marriage to Crown Prince Haakon.
- Unlike his step-siblings, Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus, Høiby holds no official royal role.
- Legal Proceedings:
- Authorities have not yet decided whether Høiby will be held in custody as investigations continue.
