A Norway court on Monday ordered the release of ailing Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s son Marius Borg Hoiby, who faces a multitude of charges including rape and abuse, citing her health crisis.Prosecutors quickly appealed the decision, so Hoiby will remain in custody until the appeal is processed.The 29-year-old, Mette-Marit’s son from a relationship before her 2001 marriage to Crown Prince Haakon, was on trial from February 3 to March 19.He faces 40 criminal charges, including the rape of four women, that carry a maximum sentence of 16 years in prison.His verdict is due on June 15.Mette-Marit, who suffers from an incurable lung disease, has been placed on a waiting list for a lung transplant, ushering in a period of great uncertainty regarding her health.Hoiby last week requested a release citing his 52-year-old mother’s health crisis. The police rejected it and left it for the court to decide.
Norway court orders release of ailing crown princess’s son ahead of rape verdict
Marius Borg Hoiby’s verdict is due in a week. His mother, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, suffers from an incurable lung disease.
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