Marius Borg Høiby, the 27-year-old son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been arrested on suspicion of rape, according to Norwegian police. The arrest occurred on November 18, 2024, and Høiby is currently being held in a detention center.
The allegations involve a sexual act with a woman in her twenties who reportedly was unable to resist. This incident marks a significant legal and public relations challenge for the Norwegian royal family, which has maintained a relatively scandal-free image.
Authorities have indicated that Høiby faces multiple charges related to five individuals, including four women and one man. Three of the women were in relationships with him, and he has been accused of abuse within these relationships.
In August, he was charged with assault and criminal damage following a violent incident in Oslo involving one of the women. Additionally, he faces allegations of threatening to kill a 20-year-old man.
Høiby's lawyer has publicly denied the allegations, and the royal family has not yet issued a statement regarding the ongoing situation. This case is expected to draw significant media attention and could have lasting implications for the public perception of the Norwegian monarchy.