The Messages That Could Acquit Him
Evidence presented in court includes the behaviors and environments surrounding Høiby, raising questions about legal boundaries and substance use.
In the Oslo District Court, a captivating scene unfolds as so-called 'manfluencers' and women with strikingly similar appearances gather. These individuals, amidst a backdrop of humor and sorrow, engage in interactions that draw the attention of a judge, particularly regarding a potential breach of a restraining order. The atmosphere paints a picture of a culture deeply intertwined with status, wealth, and normalizations of drug use, highlighting its implications on personal and legal boundaries.
The characterization of substance use within this circle is stark; the term ‘key’ is used rather than to unlock doors but to refer to cocaine. Additionally, there exists a cocktail of drugs referred to colloquially as 'Tussi', which is described as a mixture of cocaine and residue from other substances. Such normalization of drug consumption appears to permeate social activities, suggesting that a weekend getaway might revolve around substances like MDMA, thus indicating a troubling trend in recreational drug use among these individuals.
During the court proceedings, a friend of Høiby testified about the casual approach to drugs in their social milieu, equating the usage of various substances to the use of snus, a form of smokeless tobacco. Høiby himself reportedly identified as a 'narcotic addict' in personal communications, further complicating the implications of his legal situation with respect to personal accountability and societal influences.