Investigation Continues into Crown Princess’s Son as New Charges are Filed
As the holiday season approached, police renewed their scrutiny of 28-year-old Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway’s Crown Princess. In December, investigators conducted a search of his apartment in Oslo amidst an ongoing inquiry into a series of new allegations.
The Developments at a Glance
- Authorities are actively probing fresh incidents involving Høiby, leading to a search of his residence shortly before Christmas.
- He faces an extensive list of charges—32 in total—including serious accusations like rape, mistreatment, and threats. Høiby has denied most of these allegations.
- His trial is set to commence on February 3 in the Oslo District Court.
The ongoing investigation has been weighing heavily since December, with reports indicating that both Høiby and the alleged victim were questioned shortly before the holidays. The police sought judicial approval to search his apartment, a move aimed at uncovering crucial evidence related to the case.
The district court granted this request, leading to the search of Høiby’s Frogner apartment just ahead of the festive season. For a court to authorize a search, there typically needs to be a finding that there is over a 50% likelihood of a crime having been committed.
Legal Representation Remains Tight-Lipped
Ellen Holager Andenæs, one of Høiby’s defense attorneys, declined to provide any statements regarding the investigation when contacted. She refrained from discussing Høiby’s feelings about the charges or the impact of the police search.
Oslo police spokesperson Unni Grøndal echoed this silence, stating they would not comment on the details of the case. The woman’s attorney has similarly opted not to discuss the matter further.
Background of Allegations
Høiby was initially arrested in August 2022 after he was implicated in an incident involving bodily harm against a woman at his apartment. However, a deeper examination of digital evidence, including content from Høiby’s phones and cloud accounts, unveiled a broader array of allegations.
His charges have seen multiple expansions, culminating in a November 2024 arrest that introduced a rape charge for the first time.
The Charges Ahead
Last June, Høiby was formally indicted on 32 counts, including four counts of rape, mistreatment, and threats. The potential ramifications of these accusations are severe, with Høiby facing up to 16 years in prison if convicted.
While he partially acknowledges his involvement in certain charges related to one victim, designated as the “Frogner woman,” Høiby staunchly refutes the majority of the claims against him.
The upcoming trial will be presided over by State Attorney Sturla Henriksbø, setting the stage for what promises to be a closely watched legal battle in the Oslo District Court. Notably, it was revealed in November that Høiby had searched online for definitions of assault and rape following his arrest—an alarming detail that underlines the complexities of this evolving case.