S.T.A.R.S. stands for Special Tactics and Rescue Service, a fictional elite police unit in the Resident Evil video game series. Formed by the Raccoon City Police Department, S.T.A.R.S. is tasked with handling high-risk situations, including bioterrorism incidents and rescue operations. The unit is known for its specialized training and advanced weaponry. In the series, S.T.A.R.S. members, such as Chris Redfield and Jill Valentine, often confront various bio-organic threats, including zombies and mutated creatures. The team's operations frequently lead them to uncover the sinister activities of the Umbrella Corporation, a pharmaceutical company responsible for the viral outbreaks in the game's storyline.