It's obvious from the interrogation that this kid didn't know anything about the demons entering the city. Which is a damn shame because so much is happening at once that it's getting to be more than a little worrying.

"There's been reports of people having sudden changes in personality or odd memories that don't match up with this world. I've been charged to figure out the source of that." No he hasn't. All he's been asked to do by Nightshade is learn about the Severing. Still, if he could present her with a list of people who might also have weird souls, she might appreciate that information.

It is 100% Strange trying to be a suck-up.

"Has that happened to you or anyone you know?"