Counter Terrorism Response Unit
| Counter Terrorism Response Unit | |
|---|---|
| 反恐特勤隊 (Chinese) | |
Current CTRU patch | |
| Active | July 2009 – present |
| Country | |
| Agency | Hong Kong Police Force |
| Type | Police tactical unit |
| Role | |
| Part of | Counter Terrorism and Major Incidents Bureau |
| Motto | 關懷與勇毅 Cares and Dares |
| Abbreviation | CTRU |
| Structure | |
| Officers | 141 (2011) |
The Counter Terrorism Response Unit (CTRU) (Simplified Chinese: 反恐特勤队; Traditional Chinese: 反恐特勤隊) is a police tactical unit of the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF). It was the first police unit in Asia dedicated to counterterrorism and hostage rescue patrols.