• Crown Princess Mette-Marit's son, Marius Borg Høiby, was arrested
  • Marius faces allegations following an "incident in an apartment"
  • This reportedly occurred in Frogner, Oslo, on Sunday

In a story that seems ripped from the pages of a thriller, Marius Borg Høiby, the 27-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been thrust into the limelight for all the wrong reasons. According to reports, Høiby was arrested following a harrowing "incident in an apartment" that left a young woman hospitalized with a concussion. The drama unfolded in the upscale district of Frogner, Oslo, sending shockwaves through the nation.

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After spending over 30 hours in police custody, Høiby was released, but not without leaving a trail of questions and concerns. Allegations of both "psychological and physical" assault have surfaced, painting a troubling picture of the events that transpired. The victim, a woman in her 20s, was reportedly admitted to a hospital with a concussion, only to be discharged the following morning.

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In the aftermath of his release, Høiby has found refuge with his mother, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, at the royal residence of Skaugum. This development comes as the Crown Princess had to postpone her anticipated appearance at the Paris 2024 Olympics, hinting at the gravity of the situation back home.

A royal outcast? Marius Borg Høiby's tumultuous path

Marius Borg Høiby is no stranger to the spotlight, albeit for different reasons. As the firstborn son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit from a previous relationship, his position within the royal family has always been a topic of fascination and, at times, controversy. Despite stepping back from public life in 2017 to pursue studies in the US, Høiby's latest ordeal has thrust him back into the public eye, raising questions about his future and the impact of his actions on the royal family's image.

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