On Thursday, Høiby provided his defense regarding a fourth rape charge he faces, which is alleged to have occurred in a hotel room in Oslo in November 2024. During his testimony, he addressed claims that he discussed filming the victim with another inmate in prison, denying ever making such statements. Høiby expressed his discontent over learning about the charges through news outlets, specifically mentioning that he first read about his indictment on TV 2, rather than receiving any official communication from the police.

Høiby's frustration centered on the fact that he was unaware of the latest charges while being held in custody for a week in November 2024. He pointed out that he should have been informed directly by law enforcement rather than through the media. He claimed that the news revelations caught him off guard, making the legal proceedings even more disorienting for him, as he had not received an official briefing about the indictment from the police.

In response to Høiby’s criticism, the police clarified that there is no explicit obligation to inform suspects about the opening of a criminal case against them. This statement indicates a significant aspect of legal protocol in Norway, particularly concerning how and when suspects are informed of charges against them, raising potential concerns about transparency and the rights of individuals facing serious allegations.