A Dictionary of Greek and Roman biography and mythology

(Λακίνιος).

1. An Italian hero and fabulous robber, by whom Heracles, on his expedition in Italy, is said to have been robbed of some of the oxen of Geryones, and who was killed by the hero in consequence. After the place of the murder was purified, Heracles built a temple to Hera (Juno), surnamed Lacinia. (Diod. 4.24 ; Serv. ad Aen. 3.552.)