Laumatiamanu Ringo Purcell (born ~1968)[1] is a Samoan politician and Member of the Legislative Assembly of Samoa.
Laumatiamanu was educated at Saint Joseph’s College and is a former police officer.
[2] He switched allegiance to the FAST Party to contest the 2021 election, but lost to Nonu Lose Niumata.
He subsequently lodged an election petition, resulting in Nonu resigning in a settlement.
[4] In a cabinet reshuffle on 6 September 2023 he was appointed Minister for Sports & Recreation.