Son of Norway's crown princess charged with rape and abuse

Aug 19, 2025
BBC News
Son of Norway's crown princess charged with rape and abuse
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Son of Norway's Crown Princess Charged with rape and Abuse

The accused man, 24, is the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit. He will be held in custody for four weeks.

The Norwegian Police have reported that they are treating a sexual assault case involving a man identified as the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit. He will be held in custody for four weeks, according to the Oslo District Court.

The police stated that the alleged victim, 30, and the suspect met at a party in Oslo last month. They had intimate contact, after which the suspect allegedly abused the victim.

The 24-year-old man will be held in custody to ensure the progress of the investigation, which is active and ongoing, according to the police.

The Crown Princess expressed her sympathy for the woman and stated that the charges against her son are disturbing.

Original source: BBC News