Born: Unknown, Italy (Assumed)
Died: 69
Country most active: Italy
Also known as: Lucusta
Locusta was a notorious poison-maker of the 1st-century Roman Empire. She supposedly conspired in the assassinations of Claudius and Britannicus. For several years, she was a favourite of emperor Nero, who had her provide training to other poisoners in his service. After Nero’s death, Locusta was executed by his successor, Galba.