On Monday evening, Marius Borg Høiby was arrested near Skaugum. He is now charged with rape without intercourse against a new, offended woman. In addition, Høiby has now also been charged with a new case of abuse in close relationships and another breach of a restraining order. Crown Prince Haakon is currently in Jamaica as a foodwill ambassador for the UN’s development programme. He says to news that the situation affects everyone around Høiby. – There are serious charges that Marius is now facing. Today, of course, we are thinking of all those affected. He also says that he misses his family in Norway. – I would have liked to be at home with Mette today. I miss her. The royal family was not notified of the latest arrest in advance. The Crown Prince emphasizes that the police and the judicial system must now be given room to do their job. – And I trust that they will do that in a good way. Høiby was questioned on Tuesday, and will remain in the central detention center in Oslo until the decision on remand has been made. He pleads not guilty to the latest charge. In total, there are now five victims in the cases where Høiby is charged. Crown Prince Haakon’s visit to Jamaica lasts three days. He says he is prepared to carry out the program according to plan. – I’m going to a meeting with the prime minister in a few minutes. And then we have a full program today, and a few program entries tomorrow before we travel back home. Published 19.11.2024, at 15.25 Updated 19.11.2024, at 15.35
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