nuSep 2, 2026, 13:55

Marius Borg Høiby does not contest extension of detention following death of King Harald

Marius Borg Høiby has accepted a four-week extension of his detention to ensure he can attend the funeral of his step-grandfather, King Harald. Despite disagreeing with the prosecution's justification for the extension, he has consented to the measure following the king's death.

Marius Borg Høiby, who was sentenced in June to four years in prison for charges including rape and assault, has agreed to a four-week extension of his detention. Although his legal counsel stated that Høiby disagrees with the prosecution's claim that he poses a risk of reoffending, he has chosen to accept the extension due to the recent passing of King Harald. This decision will allow him to attend the king's funeral, which is scheduled for September 9th.

King Harald, who was 89 years old, passed away on Friday following a series of health complications, including bladder cancer and heart surgery. Following his death, his son Haakon, who is Høiby's stepfather, ascended the throne, and Mette-Marit became queen. Høiby, who has appealed his original sentence, has been under electronic surveillance at the Skaugum estate since June. The appellate proceedings for his case are expected to be addressed by the court in Oslo next year.

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