Defense lawyers in the Thomas Høiby criminal case say a witness sold photos to a Norwegian celebrity magazine. Attorney Petar Sekulic stated police found communication between the witness and the publication during phone examinations. The witness reportedly provided images related to the high-profile case.
Sekulic and co-counsel Ellen Holager Andenæs revealed this information during a media podcast appearance. They confirmed the evidence appears in their case documents. Police investigators apparently uncovered the transaction while reviewing digital evidence.
Se og Hør magazine's editor-in-chief responded to the allegations. He acknowledged the publication sometimes pays for exclusive photo rights. But he criticized the defense team for using the magazine as a distraction from their client's legal troubles.
Høiby faces serious charges including four counts of rape and 27 other criminal violations. He denies guilt for the most severe allegations. The case continues to draw intense public interest in Norway.
This witness payment claim raises questions about testimony credibility. Financial incentives could potentially influence how witnesses remember events. The defense appears to be challenging the prosecution's evidence through this revelation.