TOKYO: Japanese authorities confirmed Friday (May 8) the first fatal bear attack of 2026, with media reports saying police were also investigating two other possible cases.The victim, reportedly a 55-year-old woman, died on Apr 21 in Iwate prefecture in northern Japan, an environment ministry official said.

TOKYO: Japanese authorities confirmed Friday (May 8) the first fatal bear attack of 2026, with media reports saying police were also investigating two other possible cases.The victim, reportedly a 55-year-old woman, died on Apr 21 in Iwate prefecture in northern Japan, an environment ministry official said.