Norway braces for verdict in rape trial of crown princess's son Høiby
Summary
Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Norway's crown princess, faces a verdict in Oslo District Court on multiple charges, including rape. He denies the most serious charges but admits to some lesser offenses; prosecutors want over seven years in prison while his defense seeks about a year and a half.Key Facts
- Marius Borg Høiby is the son of Norway's crown princess and was involved in a trial with 40 charges, including four counts of rape.
- Høiby appeared in court via video link due to health reasons and has been in custody since February.
- Prosecutors recommend a sentence of 7 years and 7 months; his lawyers argue for 1.5 years.
- His mother, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, is seriously ill and on a lung transplant list.
- The trial included allegations that the rapes happened when women were asleep or unable to consent.
- Four women alleged rape but were kept anonymous; one former girlfriend’s identity was public as she is a known influencer.
- The case has caused public concern and sympathy due to the royal family's involvement and the princess’s illness.
- Crown Prince Haakon has reduced public duties to support the family during this time.
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