Norway court releases Princess Mette-Marit’s son
Key takeaways
- The court cited the Crown Princess’s rapidly deteriorating health and recent placement on a life-threatening lung transplant waiting list as the primary reasons for the decision.
- However, Høiby’s immediate freedom remains on hold after public prosecutors instantly appealed the ruling, meaning he will remain in custody until a higher court reviews the case.
- Marius Borg Høiby, 29, is currently awaiting a June 15 verdict following a high-profile trial that concluded in March.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize OSLO, NORWAY — In a dramatic twist for the Norwegian royal family, an Oslo district court has ordered the temporary release of Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway Princess Mette-Marit. The court cited the Crown Princess’s rapidly deteriorating health and recent placement on a life-threatening lung transplant waiting list as the primary reasons for the decision.
However, Høiby’s immediate freedom remains on hold after public prosecutors instantly appealed the ruling, meaning he will remain in custody until a higher court reviews the case.
Marius Borg Høiby, 29, is currently awaiting a June 15 verdict following a high-profile trial that concluded in March. He faces 40 criminal counts, including the rape of four women and domestic abuse. If convicted, he could face up to 16 years in prison.