Feb 13 • 09:51 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway Aftenposten

A Turning Point: Høiby Changes His Testimony

Marius Borg Høiby has altered his previous statement regarding his encounters with a woman from Oslo, indicating a second instance of sexual activity, leading to questions about the credibility of his testimony.

The ongoing court case against Marius Borg Høiby has taken a significant turn as Høiby has changed his previous testimony about his interactions with a woman in Oslo. Initially, during police questioning, Høiby had claimed there was only one instance of sexual intercourse, which matched the woman's account. However, in a recent hearing, he stated that they had sex twice, raising doubts about the consistency and reliability of his statements.

Prosecutor Sturla Henriksbø has highlighted this inconsistency, pressing Høiby for an explanation on why he has altered his memory at this stage of the proceedings. The prosecutor is particularly concerned about Høiby's recollection, asking him why he remembers more now than he did during the police interview, which was conducted shortly after the alleged incidents. Høiby struggled to provide a clear reason for this change, attributing it to poor conditions during the initial police interview and suggesting he might have had ulterior motives for his current claims.

This development raises questions about Høiby’s credibility as a witness and the implications for the case itself. The prosecution aims to interpret Høiby's changed testimony in a way that could either strengthen or weaken their position depending on the court's perception of his reliability. As the case evolves, the courtroom continues to monitor these testimonies closely, given the public interest surrounding Høiby due to his background and connections.

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