Marius Borg Hoiby, the 28-year-old son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been formally charged with 32 offenses, including four counts of rape, multiple instances of assault, and other violent crimes. The charges stem from incidents dating back to 2018, with some alleged offenses occurring as recently as 2024.
Details of the Charges
- *Rape Charges*: Hoiby is accused of raping four women, with at least three of the incidents involving consensual sex before the alleged rapes. The prosecutor, Sturla Henriksbo, stated that the violence involved in these incidents was severe, including hitting, choking, and kicking the victims.
- *Assault Charges*: Hoiby has already admitted to assault and vandalism in one incident, which occurred in August 2024. He allegedly assaulted his girlfriend, Nora Haukland, in 2022 and 2023.
- *Other Offenses*: The charges also include disturbing the peace, vandalism, and violating restraining orders against a former partner.
Investigation and Trial
The investigation into Hoiby's conduct began after his arrest on August 4, 2024, on suspicion of assaulting a girlfriend. Since then, multiple victims have come forward, and investigators have gathered evidence, including video clips and photographs.
Hoiby's lawyer, Petar Sekulic, maintains that his client does not acknowledge any wrongdoing in most of the cases, particularly those related to sexual abuse and violence. The prosecutor's office has stated that Hoiby will be treated like any other individual in similar circumstances, without special consideration due to his royal connections ¹ ².
Potential Consequences
If convicted, Hoiby faces up to 10 years in prison for the offenses listed in the indictment. The court will consider the evidence and reach a decision based on the merits of the case ².
