Norways Crown Princess Son Charged with Rape in High-Profile Trial

February 3, 2026 • Google News World

Norway’s Crown Princess Son to Face Trial on Rape Charges

The son of Norway’s Crown Princess, Mette-Marit, is set to go on trial in Oslo. The 41-year-old man has been charged with rape.

According to reports, the trial is expected to take place in the coming days. The Crown Princess’s son was arrested earlier this year and new charges were added before the start of the trial.

The case has drawn attention due to its high-profile nature, as it involves a member of Norway’s royal family. The Crown Princess is Mette-Marit’s second husband, King Harald V’s first wife.

In addition to the rape charge, the son faces other charges related to the alleged incident. The exact details of the case are not yet publicly known.

The trial is expected to be closely watched by the media and the public in Norway. The Crown Princess has been a prominent figure in Norwegian society for many years, and her son’s actions have raised questions about the royal family’s reputation.

A court hearing was held earlier this month, where the charges were formally presented against the Crown Princess’s son. The trial is expected to be heard by a judge in Oslo.

The case has sparked widespread media attention, with reports from major news outlets including CNN, The Guardian, and The Washington Post.

Source: Google News World