The son of Norway's crown princess is behind bars as police probe fresh allegations of sexual assault against him, following third arrest in a matter of months.

THE son of Norway’s crown princess is set to be held in jail for a week as police probe fresh accusations of sexual assault made against him. Marius Borg Hoiby, 27, has already been accused

The eldest son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit is suspected of a second rape, police said Wednesday, two days after his arrest over another allegation of sexual assault.

Marius Borg Hoiby, 27, is the stepson of Norway's heir to the throne but has no royal title or official duties. Hoiby's lawyer, Oeyvind Bratlien, has said his client is innocent.

THE son of Norway’s crown princess had been arrested on suspicion of rape. Marius Borg Hoiby, 27, was detained by police on Monday evening in the latest scandal to rock the royal family.

Marius Borg Hoiby, the stepson of Crown Prince Haakon of Norway, was arrested on Monday. His lawyer denied the accusation and said his client was cooperating with the authorities.

The 27-year-old son of Norway's crown princess was arrested on Monday on suspicion of rape, one of many allegations against Marius Borg Hoiby.

Marius Borg Høiby, the 27-year-old son of Princess Mette-Marit of Norway has been arrested following allegations of rape and is now suspected of second rape. See details.

Marit, has been arrested for rape and is under investigation for domestic abuse tied to prior incidents. Police also conducted a search of his home and seized evidence related to the case.