In the fall of 2025, Norwegian police reopened files from Høiby’s data carriers as they investigated a possible sexual assault case but instead uncovered images and messages that tied the Crown Princess’s son to a drug transport from Lørenskog to Tønsberg on July 23, 2020. Høiby, now facing charges for transporting at least 3.5 kilograms of marijuana, has acknowledged his guilt concerning the transportation, which has now become a significant topic in Oslo District Court.

Høiby explained that he had been consuming a lot of marijuana during that time, primarily due to the stress of the COVID-19 pandemic, which made sourcing illegal substances particularly challenging. In his defense, he mentioned that he reached out to his dealer when he found it difficult to access marijuana. The dealer had marijuana available but lacked transportation means, prompting Høiby to volunteer to pick it up himself and deliver it to another individual.

As Høiby’s trial unfolds, the case raises important discussions about drug use and possession, particularly in the context of Norwegian law and public attitudes toward cannabis. This incident also touches on broader social issues within Norway, as it implicates a member of the royal family and serves as a reminder of the realities surrounding drug culture, even in higher societal echelons. However, the ramifications of this case are not fully understood yet, as it continues to develop in the judicial system.