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EPISODE · Mar 16, 2026 · 8 MIN

Høiby trial enters final phase as prosecutors begin closing arguments

from Crown and Controversy Norway - The Trial of Marius Borg Høiby - Crown Princess Mette-Marit · host Caloroga Shark Media / Crown and Controversy

After more than six weeks of testimony, digital evidence and hundreds of pages of private messages read aloud in court, the trial of Marius Borg Høiby has now reached its final stage. Prosecutors began delivering their closing arguments in Oslo District Court, outlining how they believe the evidence presented over the past several weeks supports the charges against him.The prosecution is expected to argue that testimony from several women, the alleged violent incident involving the Frogner woman in August 2024, and the digital evidence recovered from phones and other devices together show a pattern of jealousy, conflict and violence.Høiby and his lawyers maintain a very different interpretation, arguing that many of the relationships discussed in court were turbulent but mutual and that the evidence does not prove criminal conduct beyond a reasonable doubt.Outside the courtroom, the controversy surrounding the Norwegian royal family continues. The Norwegian Girls’ Choir has now recommended ending Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s patronage amid ongoing questions about her past contact with Jeffrey Epstein.Portions of this program were assembled with the assistance of AI, including help with translation, summarisation, and news gathering from publicly available sources. While we have taken care to reflect the reporting accurately, translations and interpretations may contain errors. Listeners should treat this as an informational overview, not a verbatim court record. Nothing in this program should be considered a factual finding or legal determination.AI is sometimes used in the creation of this podcast, primarlily when used to translate and interpolate Norwegian language news soruces.You may also enjoy these other Royal Podcasts.Palace Intrigue - daily updates on the current British Ryal FamilyCrown and Controversy - British Royal Family after the TV Series The CrownKing William - The Crown in the FutureCrown and Controversy - King CharlesCrown and Controversy - Norway 

After more than six weeks of testimony, digital evidence and hundreds of pages of private messages read aloud in court, the trial of Marius Borg Høiby has now reached its final stage. Prosecutors began delivering their closing arguments in Oslo District Court, outlining how they believe the evidence presented over the past several weeks supports the charges against him.The prosecution is expected to argue that testimony from several women, the alleged violent incident involving the Frogner woman in August 2024, and the digital evidence recovered from phones and other devices together show a pattern of jealousy, conflict and violence.Høiby and his lawyers maintain a very different interpretation, arguing that many of the relationships discussed in court were turbulent but mutual and that the evidence does not prove criminal conduct beyond a reasonable doubt.Outside the courtroom, the controversy surrounding the Norwegian royal family continues. The Norwegian Girls’ Choir has now recommended ending Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s patronage amid ongoing questions about her past contact with Jeffrey Epstein.Portions of this program were assembled with the assistance of AI, including help with translation, summarisation, and news gathering from publicly available sources. While we have taken care to reflect the reporting accurately, translations and interpretations may contain errors. Listeners should treat this as an informational overview, not a verbatim court record. Nothing in this program should be considered a factual finding or legal determination.AI is sometimes used in the creation of this podcast, primarlily when used to translate and interpolate Norwegian language news soruces.You may also enjoy these other Royal Podcasts.Palace Intrigue - daily updates on the current British Ryal FamilyCrown and Controversy - British Royal Family after the TV Series The CrownKing William - The Crown in the FutureCrown and Controversy - King CharlesCrown and Controversy - Norway

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