Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit, is currently facing four rape charges that are being heard in Oslo District Court. He adamantly denies all accusations, which include allegations of unlawful photography of the victims during the suspected incidents. The trial has been ongoing for three weeks, with testimonies from the alleged victims shedding light on the incidents, which reportedly occurred when the victims were supposedly incapacitated due to sleep or intoxication.

During the proceedings, Høiby has been confronted with serious claims of violence, threats, and repeated offenses against his former girlfriend, Nora Haukland, who is also set to testify. The court has reviewed various testimonies detailing the alleged acts that took place at Skaugum, the Crown Prince’s official residence, including specific accusations of sexual assault without intercourse in December 2018, where the victim was reportedly unable to resist due to her condition.

The coverage of this trial has brought significant media attention, with numerous outlets such as VG and Dagbladet providing updates. Høiby’s testimonials and the gravity of the charges against him highlight critical societal issues around consent and sexual violence, making this trial a focal point in discussions about the protection of potential victims and the accountability of alleged perpetrators in society.