Nora Haukland, the former girlfriend of Maríus Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, testified in court that he physically assaulted her multiple times, including hitting her in the face and grabbing her by the throat. Høiby admitted in court that he was not an 'angel' during the relationship, but he denied allegations of abuse. She is currently the only woman to testify against him by name, as others have chosen to remain anonymous for their safety.

Haukland, a 28-year-old influencer, recounted a specific incident in court where she was punched in the jaw, leading to her falling to the ground and curling up in pain as Høiby continued to kick her and scream at her. Emotional audio recordings from the incident were played in court, where Høiby could be heard using derogatory language towards Haukland, which further substantiates the claims of psychological and physical abuse. The ongoing trial has garnered significant media attention given Høiby’s connections to the Norwegian royal family.

The legal proceedings against Høiby include multiple serious charges, with at least four counts of rape among them. As the trial unfolds, the public is keenly watching, given the implications for both Høiby’s personal life and his family ties. The outcome could potentially impact public perceptions of the royal family and the accountability of individuals in positions of privilege and power, particularly in the context of domestic violence cases.