Verres is a city located in Italy. While the name is associated with various geographical locations, it is historically linked to the Roman magistrate Gaius Verres.
Gaius Verres was a notable figure in Roman history known for his notorious misgovernment of Sicily. During his tenure, he engaged in the systematic extortion of local farmers and the plundering of temples. These actions led to a high-profile prosecution by the orator Cicero.
The legal proceedings against Verres were significant enough that his defense advocate recommended he leave the country entirely. Cicero's prosecution speeches regarding these events were subsequently published as a collection known as the Verrines.