The birthday of Princess Mette-Marit of Norway was not marked by celebrations, but by devastating news that has left the country in shock. The mother and wife of Crown Prince Haakon is facing an unexpected situation that could forever alter the image of the Norwegian royal house.
Far from being a joyful day, Mette-Marit's 52nd birthday was overshadowed by an event that threatens to drag her into a very delicate legal situation. The spotlight has shifted to her amid the process affecting her eldest son, Marius Borg. How did things reach such a critical point for one of Scandinavia's most beloved princesses?
The charges against Marius Borg drag Princess Mette-Marit into the spotlight
In recent years, Marius Borg, Princess Mette-Marit's son, has been at the center of controversial episodes that have caused concern within the royal family. However, nothing suggested that his situation would reach such a serious level. Since 2018, investigators have been gathering data that has ended up becoming a voluminous file.
Tension especially increased in 2023, when rumors began to circulate about possible inappropriate behavior by Marius. For months, the Norwegian press revealed leaks that spoke of very serious accusations. The atmosphere in the palace became increasingly uncomfortable, with Prince Haakon trying to keep institutional stability.
On August 18, the Norwegian Prosecutor's Office announced that Marius Borg faces 32 charges, including four for forcing several women. The prosecutor explained that "there is sufficient evidence and documentation to support a solid accusation," noting that the sentences could reach up to ten years in prison.
Now, with the charges already on the table, the case has taken an unexpected turn that places Mette-Marit at the center of the storm. The prosecutor's office has taken a step that few imagined: questioning the possible actions of Princess Mette-Marit herself in relation to the investigation of her son.
The suspicions linking Princess Mette-Marit to the process
Beyond the accusations against Marius, attention is focused on the possible indirect involvement of the princess. According to the outlet Seher, Mette-Marit allegedly called her son shortly before the police arrested him, warning him of what was about to happen. She later went to his home and cleaned the residence, which has raised suspicions that she may have tried to erase evidence.
When he was finally arrested at school, Marius handed over a damaged cell phone with no SIM card. What is striking is that, according to witnesses, just half an hour earlier the device was working perfectly. These details have set off alarms for the prosecutor's office, which is investigating to what extent the accused's mother may have interfered in the investigation.
In addition, the newspaper Dagbladet recalls that Article 157 of the Norwegian Penal Code prohibits influencing people linked to criminal cases. "It's not a smart decision," several lawyers commented regarding the princess's prior call to her son. Although there is still no formal charge against Mette-Marit, the fact that her name appears in the reports has caused a media earthquake in Norway.
Another element that has reinforced doubts is the confirmation by ABC Nyheter that the princess kept in contact with one of the victims. The palace limited its response to a brief "it's private," avoiding giving details about the type of communication. Some have interpreted this silence as an attempt to protect herself in an increasingly complex scenario.
It was also learned, through Seher, that after Marius's arrest in September, a known criminal allegedly contacted the princess. It is not clear whether this was a warning or an act of pressure, but the episode increases the climate of uncertainty surrounding the case.
The outlet Nettavisen also reported that the lawyer for one of the victims requested Mette-Marit's appearance in the process, although the prosecutor's office decided not to summon her. They argued that, as the accused's mother, she was not obliged to testify and that her testimony would not provide conclusive value to the proceedings. Even so, the possibility that she could end up on the stand as a witness remains an open question.
Princess Mette-Marit is going through a critical moment in her personal and public life, with Norway watching every revelation. The charges against her son have opened an unexpected front that calls into question her role as a mother and as an institutional figure. The outcome is still uncertain, but the question remains: will the princess be able to regain stability, or will this scandal forever mark her legacy?