The statement of Linni Meister: Shocked by the evidenceLinni, who presented herself to the police as a witness in Marius’s case, was completely surprised to discover that she had been a victim of an attack by the young man. Although in her initial statement she described him as a nice guy, the police showed her compelling evidence that contradicted her version. According to investigations, the assault took place in the basement of Skaugum, the official residence of Prince Haakon and Princess Mette-Marit. Although Meister did not remember the incident, the police presented two photos and three videos from 2018 clearly showing that she had been one of Høiby’s victims.
The television host, who considered Marius her friend for years, was in shock upon seeing the images and stated that what happened did not seem part of her experience. Despite her surprise, Meister declined the emotional support offered by the police, but the officers decided to proceed with the case. The magazine Se og Hør also revealed photos of the meeting between Marius Borg Høiby and Linni Meister along with a group of friends that same year.
New Charges and a Growing Scandal
This incident adds to the long list of accusations against Marius Borg Høiby. Since the investigations began in November 2024, the son of Princess Mette-Marit has faced serious charges, including the rape of two women, abuse of three of his former partners, death threats, and several incidents related to violations of restraining orders, among other offenses. The case of Linni Meister is one of the most chilling, as she was a witness in the case without knowing that she had been attacked.
For her part, the princess Mette-Marit has not made public statements on the matter. Although she has assured that she will cooperate with the investigation, she has also made it clear that her priority is to protect her family. This scandal continues to attract attention in Norway as more details are revealed about the behavior of the princess’s son and the victims involved.
What Norwegian Media Say: Media Impact and Public Reaction
Norwegian media have reacted quickly to the case, with Se og Hør revealing details about the relationship between Marius and Linni, as well as the images that evidence the attack. According to these media outlets, Linni Meister’s surprise is understandable since the presenter never recalled the assault nor recognized that she had been a victim of Høiby until the police presented the evidence. Furthermore, it is speculated that the friendship between the two could have influenced the way Meister perceived the incident at the time.
The scandal has also sparked an intense debate in Norway about the conduct of Marius Borg Høiby and the implications for the royal family. Despite the serious charges he faces, many local media have highlighted the silence of Princess Mette-Marit and the priority she has given to protecting her family. This has provoked various reactions among the Norwegian public, some of whom question how the royal family is handling the situation.
