Spectre Squad

Spectre Squad is an elite, top secret special operations unit under the command of Starfleet Intelligence. The unit is often declared to be fictional, with its missions rarely reported.

Origin of Spectre Squad
Spectre Squad was created in order to give Starfleet Intelligence the ability to send its own strike teams into enemy territory rather than asking for support from Starfleet's main tactical force. The team's creator and first day of operation are unknown.

Spectre Squad's role rapidly expanded to include covert surveillance, making the unit invaluable during both peace and war. Despite this increased visibility, Starfleet Intelligence continued to maintain that Spectre Squad was little more than a myth.