Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s son hit with new criminal charges as she apologizes for „poor judgment“ over Epstein ties.
Oslo, Norway — The eldest son of Norway’s crown princess has been arrested, just before his trial opens on charges including rape in a case that has been an embarrassment to the royal family, police said Monday.
Marius Borg Høiby was arrested Sunday evening on new charges alleging assault, threats with a knife and violation of a restraining order, police said in a statement. They requested four weeks‘ detention on the grounds of risk of reoffending. His lawyers couldn’t immediately be reached for comment.
Høiby was already due to go on trial Tuesday at the Oslo district court. The indictment includes 38 counts, including rape, abuse in a close relationship against one former partner, acts of violence against another and transporting 7.7 pounds of marijuana. Other charges include making death threats and traffic violations.
Høiby has been under scrutiny since he was repeatedly arrested in 2024 on various allegations of wrongdoing. He was indicted in August but had been free pending trial until Sunday.
Høiby is the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit from a previous relationship.
