Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit and her ex-partner Morten Borg, has returned to Norway following a stint in a rehabilitation clinic in London. Accompanied by a new girlfriend, whose identity remains undisclosed, Marius's arrival marks a significant moment in his ongoing journey towards recovery. His return, however, comes amidst an ongoing investigation into an incident that occurred in an apartment in Frogner, Oslo, which involved a series of charges against him.
Marius, who was raised by his mother and stepfather, Crown Prince Haakon of Norway, in the royal household, has openly struggled with drug-related issues. He has publicly apologized to his family for his actions and has acknowledged the impact of his behavior. His younger half-siblings, Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus, continue to reside at the royal residence in Skaugum, Asker, where Marius no longer has access.
"The drug use and my diagnoses do not excuse what happened in the apartment at Frogner on the night of Sunday last weekend." – Marius
The incident in question involved alleged psychological and physical harm to a woman in her 20s. Marius admitted to committing bodily harm and destroying property while under the influence of alcohol and cocaine. The altercation led to his arrest and over 30 hours in police custody. Despite the serious nature of the charges, Marius sought treatment for his addiction, taking a critical step towards personal accountability and rehabilitation.
"For me, the most important thing is to say sorry to my girlfriend. She deserved neither what happened that night, nor the extreme pressure from both the Norwegian and foreign press afterwards." – Marius
His recent return from London is not definitively permanent. It remains uncertain whether this marks a continuation of his treatment or a temporary break to celebrate his birthday. As of now, Marius resides in a house at the edge of the forest near Skaugum, separate from the royal family's private quarters.
"I committed bodily harm and destroyed objects in an apartment in the intoxication of alcohol and cocaine after an argument." – Marius
The ongoing investigation continues to cast a shadow over Marius's return. The pressures from both Norwegian and international media have added to the complexities surrounding his situation. Despite these challenges, he remains focused on making amends and addressing his personal issues.
