The Crown Princess of Norway has issued a comprehensive apology for her association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as her eldest son faces serious abuse allegations in court.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit, married to the Norwegian throne heir, was linked to Epstein in the recent release of the Epstein files, revealing a longstanding friendship through exchanged emails.
The Norwegian royal house released a translated statement from Mette-Marit expressing deep regrets to the people of Norway and her family, now entangled in the scandal.
In the statement, she expressed remorse for her friendship with Epstein, acknowledging that some messages did not reflect her true character. She also apologized for involving the Royal Family, especially King Harald and Queen Sonja.
Mette-Marit’s apology, part of a longer statement from the Royal House of Norway, emphasized her sorrow over the Epstein connection. The statement conveyed her disavowal of Epstein’s actions and expressed her inability to detail the situation immediately due to the challenging circumstances.
Simultaneously, her son Marius Borg Høiby is undergoing trial in Oslo, facing charges of rape, abuse, violence, and traffic violations. Despite the ongoing trial, his parents, Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon, confirmed their absence from the court proceedings.
The Royal Family stated they would refrain from commenting on the trial, continuing with their official duties. They expressed concern for all parties involved, emphasizing the importance of a fair legal process.
State Attorney Sturla Henriksbø deemed Marius’ case serious and stressed that his royal status should not affect the legal proceedings. If convicted, Marius could potentially face a ten-year jail term.
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