Norway’s Crown Princess Son on Trial for Rape and Sexual Assault
Oslo, Norway – Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, is on trial at the Oslo District Court facing charges of rape and multiple other offenses. The trial began on February 3, 2026, and is expected to last at least six weeks, with a potential sentence of up to 16 years in prison Sweden Herald.
Allegations and Testimony
The prosecution alleges that Høiby sexually assaulted a woman, identified as Victim D, in December 2024, while she was sleeping at an apartment hotel in Oslo Sweden Herald. Høiby denies the rape allegations but admits to some of the 34 other charges against him, including transporting drugs and speeding BBC News.
Testimony from a friend of Victim D revealed that the woman recounted meeting Høiby at an after-party and feeling a connection with him initially. However, she later described a shift in his behavior, noting his preoccupation with her abdomen and an instance where her phone disappeared Oslo District Court.
Victim D’s sister testified that her sister initially described the encounter as “fun,” mentioning a positive connection with Høiby, but later recounted a disturbing experience where she woke up to him assaulting her and feeling pain Oslo District Court.
Evidence Presented in Court
The court has heard evidence including video recordings allegedly showing Høiby sexually assaulting the woman Yahoo News. Høiby admitted to searching online for his name and the word “rape” after reading rumors of the allegations Yahoo News. Police also found pictures and videos on Høiby’s phone that led to the charges Sweden Herald.
Prior to the trial, Høiby was arrested on suspicion of physical assault, threatening someone with a knife, and violating a restraining order Yahoo News. He was reportedly treated in a hospital overnight after the arrest.
Royal Family Involvement
The trial coincides with scrutiny of Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s past correspondence with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The palace announced that Mette-Marit postponed a private trip “until further notice” amid criticism over the content of the messages BBC News. Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit have stated they will not attend the trial or comment on it Yahoo News.
Ongoing Trial and Defense
Høiby’s defense attorney, Ellen Holager Andenæs, has questioned the victim’s accounts and sought to cast doubt on the allegations. She has pressed witnesses on inconsistencies in their statements and highlighted instances where the victim described positive interactions with Høiby Oslo District Court.