Accused of Rape: Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s Son

Just two days after being arrested over an allegation of sexual assault, Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been accused of a second rape.

At a detention hearing at Oslo District Court, police prosecutor Andreas Kruszewski requested that Borg Høiby, 27, remain in custody for an additional two weeks as another alleged rape had been reported.

“The reason for this request is that we have uncovered another rape case overnight and this morning. This was identified in the investigative material,” Oslo police said in a statement to CNN on Thursday.

“The case involves sexual activity, not intercourse, with a woman who was incapable of resisting the act. This means that we are now investigating two rape cases involving Marius Borg Høiby.”

The judge in the case ordered one week of remand for the embattled member of Norway’s royal family.

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Background

Marius Borg Høiby was arrested on Monday on suspicion of rape, after expanding the charges against him. In a statement issued on Nov. 19, authorities said he was arrested on suspicion of violating the criminal code “which concerns sexual intercourse with someone who is unconscious or for other reasons unable to resist the act.”

“What police can say about the rape is that it concerns a sexual act without intercourse. The victim is said to have been unable to resist the act,” it continued.

Denial of Guilt

NRK reports that Borg Høiby has denied criminal guilt in both alleged rapes.

Additional Charges

In addition to the recent charges, in the past three months he has also been charged with one count of “abuse in close relationships,” violating a restraining order and driving without a valid driver’s licence, police said Tuesday in a press release.

Previous Incidents

In the past, Borg Høiby has been accused of abuse against two ex-girlfriends and threatening the life of a man. He has also been arrested for violating a restraining order.

Conclusion

The allegations against Marius Borg Høiby are serious and disturbing. As the eldest son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, he is expected to uphold the highest standards of behavior. The fact that he has been accused of multiple incidents of sexual misconduct and abuse is a clear indication that he has failed to meet these expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the charges against Marius Borg Høiby?

A: He has been accused of two counts of rape, as well as other charges including abuse in close relationships, violating a restraining order, and driving without a valid driver’s licence.

Q: Has Borg Høiby denied the allegations?

A: Yes, according to NRK, Borg Høiby has denied criminal guilt in both alleged rapes.

Q: What is the current status of the case?

A: Borg Høiby is currently in custody and is awaiting further proceedings. The judge in the case has ordered one week of remand for the embattled member of Norway’s royal family.

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