Latest Arrest Details
Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was taken into custody Sunday evening on new criminal allegations. Oslo police officials stated the 27-year-old faces charges of assault, knife-related threats, and violating a restraining order.
Ongoing Legal Proceedings
The arrest occurred just two days before Borg Høiby’s scheduled rape trial, set to begin Tuesday with proceedings expected to last six weeks. Prosecutors have formally requested four weeks of preventive detention following the new arrest.
Court documents reveal Borg Høiby faces 38 total charges across multiple cases, including four rape counts and domestic abuse allegations involving a former partner. While reportedly planning to plead guilty to minor charges, he maintains innocence regarding serious allegations including sexual abuse convictions that could carry up to a decade in prison.
Royal Family’s Stance
In an official statement, the Norwegian Palace confirmed Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit won’t attend court proceedings. The future king emphasized: “We live in a state governed by rule of law. I trust authorities will ensure proper proceedings while recognizing Marius’s autonomy as a private citizen.”
The statement continued: “He remains an important family member with the same rights and responsibilities as all Norwegians. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this situation.”
Epstein Connection Emerges
This development coincides with revelations about Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s past communications with Jeffrey Epstein. Recently unsealed court documents include 2012 email exchanges where the financier inquired about her attendance at a European royal wedding.
Through Norwegian broadcaster NRK, Mette-Marit expressed regret about her association with Epstein: “I showed poor judgment in not investigating his background sooner. It’s deeply embarrassing and I take full responsibility for maintaining contact.”
Police investigations into Borg Høiby’s additional charges continue as prosecutors prepare for this week’s trial commencement. The case involves multiple allegations including drug trafficking, death threats, and official obstruction charges beyond the initial assault claims.
