Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit's son faces rape and domestic violence charges in a high-profile trial that has further implicated the Norwegian royal famil
Marius Borg Hoiby, the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has denied four counts of rape as his trial opened in Oslo District Court. The case has brought renewed scrutiny to the Norwegian royal family, already embroiled in a scandal linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
Hoiby faces multiple charges including domestic violence, assault, and drug possession. The trial is being held partially behind closed doors due to sensitive information.
His defense lawyer Petar Sekulic has stated that Hoiby denies all charges of sexual abuse and most of the violent allegations.