Danby Choi, the editor of the cultural magazine Subjekt, has disclosed in police questioning that he often played the role of a mediator between Nora Haukland and Marius Borg Høiby. According to sources from VG, Choi recalls no evidence of violence but confirmed that there was an argument over a mobile phone during a party in November 2022 at Subjekt's offices. Høiby is currently facing charges for assaulting Haukland but has denied being violent during their relationship, which lasted from 2022 to 2023.

The police were particularly interested in Choi’s insight into the relationship dynamics between Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess, and Haukland. The investigation is focused on an incident that occurred in the editorial offices of Subjekt in November 2022, which reportedly involved a quarrel. Choi emphasized his commitment to a fair legal process, stating that he would not preemptively disclose his testimony to the press. He has previously commented on the case to another outlet, Dagbladet, and is scheduled to give further testimony in court on Friday morning.

This case has garnered significant public interest due to the high-profile nature of those involved, and it highlights issues around personal relationships in the public eye as well as the responsibility of media figures in handling such sensitive matters. The outcome of Høiby’s trial could have broader implications for perceptions of public figures and their conduct, especially in relation to domestic issues and allegations of violence.