Oslo, Norway – Web Desk: The eldest son of Norway’s Princess Mette-Marit, Marius Borg Høiby, has been sentenced to four years in prison after being convicted in a rape case, according to media reports.
A Norwegian court delivered the verdict after finding sufficient evidence presented by the prosecution during the trial. The judge said the decision was based on the victim’s testimony, witness statements, and additional supporting evidence, which together established the charges against the defendant.
Høiby, who is not in the direct line of royal succession, is the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit. However, his connection to the royal family has drawn significant national and international attention to the case.
Following the ruling, the Royal Palace did not immediately issue a detailed statement. Observers say the case marks a sensitive and challenging moment for the Norwegian royal household.
