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Japan confirms year’s first fatal bear attack; two others suspected

A 55-year-old woman died in Iwate Prefecture after a bear attack on April 21, and two other cases are suspected.
WHO: Environment ministry official
WHAT: Japan confirmed a fatal bear attack in Iwate Prefecture and suspected two other cases
WHEN: May 8, 2026 at 1:04 AM ET
WHERE: Iwate Prefecture, Japan
WHY: The confirmation followed reports of the fatal bear attack and suspected additional cases.

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