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Norway’s Crown Princess’s Son Charged With 32 Offences, Including Four Counts of Rape

Prosecutors say the evidence includes video clips and photographs.

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Norway's Marius Borg Hoiby (2ndL) standing next to Norway's Crown Prince Haakon (R), Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit (2ndR).

Overview

  • Prosecutors say the four alleged rapes date to 2018, 2023 and 2024, including one incident after the investigation had begun.
  • They allege the women were asleep during the attacks, in several cases after earlier consensual sex.
  • The indictment also accuses Marius Borg Høiby of domestic abuse against ex-partner Nora Haukland and other offences including vandalism and restraining-order violations.
  • Investigators say some assaults were filmed and that he secretly recorded women’s genitals without consent.
  • He denies rape and domestic violence but plans to admit some lesser offences, according to his lawyer, as a six-week trial is expected in January with a maximum penalty of up to 10 years.