Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on new allegations the day before his rape trial
Summary
The son of Norway's crown princess, Marius Borg Høiby, was arrested on new charges just before his trial on multiple allegations, including rape, was set to begin. The charges against him involve various offenses, such as assault, threats, and violations of a restraining order. The royal family has not commented on the case, emphasizing that Høiby is not an official part of the royal house.Key Facts
- Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, was arrested the day before his trial started.
- He faces charges that include rape, violence, threats, and drug-related offenses.
- The arrest was due to new allegations of assault and violating a restraining order.
- His trial includes 38 counts and is expected to last until March 19.
- Høiby has no royal title or official duties within the royal family.
- The royal family, including Crown Prince Haakon, decided not to attend the trial.
- Høiby's defense team claims he denies most of the charges.
- The trial comes as his mother, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, faces scrutiny over past associations with Jeffrey Epstein.
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