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Bryan Kohberger agrees to plead guilty in Idaho student killings, ABC confirms

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ADA COUNTY, Idaho — Bryan Kohberger has agreed to plead guilty to all counts and will be sentenced to four consecutive life sentences without the death penalty, according to a letter sent to victims' family members, ABC reporter Kayna Whitworth confirmed on Monday. Kohberger is also forfeiting all rights to an appeal as part of the plea.

A hearing to change the plea is scheduled for Wednesday, July 2.

The Goncalves Family Page on Facebook, run by the family of Kaylee Goncalves, responded to the plea on Monday, writing, "It's true! We are beyond furious at the State of Idaho. They have failed us. Please give us some time. This was very unexpected. We appreciate all your love and support."

WATCH: Former Idaho Attorney General David Leroy explains what Kohberger’s guilty plea means for the case:

What happens next? Former Idaho AG breaks down legal impact of Kohberger’s guilty plea

In her own statement, Aubrie Goncalves, the youngest member of the Goncalves family, submitted a powerful written statement expressing deep frustration with the last-minute nature of Kohberger’s plea deal. She called the timing “shocking and cruel,” saying the justice system has retraumatized grieving families and failed to deliver true accountability for the victims.

This is a developing story, we will continue to update as more information becomes available.

Watch to learn more about the initial investigation and findings that led to Kohberger's arrest:

Who is Bryan Kohberger? What we know about the suspect arrested in connection to Moscow homicides

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