Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has partially admitted guilt to assault charges in Oslo District Court. The case involves allegations of violence against his former girlfriend during an incident in August 2024.
According to court testimony reported on March 6, 2026, Høiby acknowledged using choking techniques on the woman. "I remember that I took a chokehold on her," he reportedly stated during proceedings. He also admitted to hitting her, explaining that he believed she had been unfaithful.
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The court heard that during the August 2024 incident in Oslo, Høiby allegedly destroyed property and threw a knife that was later found embedded in a wall when police arrived. He was subsequently arrested.
While Høiby acknowledges some responsibility for the assault, he disputes that the violence constituted aggravated assault. The case continues with the woman having previously testified about losing her hearing from the alleged attacks and experiencing repeated choking incidents.