Police and lawyers remain tight-lipped. The Oslo Police Headquarters confirmed the ongoing investigations but did not provide any details. The lawyers of Marius Borg Høiby also do not comment on the proceedings. The same goes for the lawyer of a possible victim.
The timing of the search is attracting additional attention: Marius Borg Høiby had moved out of the royal family's environment just a few weeks before and had moved into the apartment in Frogner. For the first time, he is living independently of the palace grounds.
The case also continues to put pressure on the Norwegian royal family. Although Marius Borg Høiby does not hold a noble title and has no official duties, his mother Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon are repeatedly in the spotlight. Whether the crown prince couple was informed about the search is unclear. The palace is not commenting.
One thing is clear: even before the trial has started, the case continues to become more explosive.