After graduating from high school in Chișinău, he decided to work as a driver at a factory to help support his large family.
During the Transnistria War, Lieutenant-Colonel Anton Gămurari commanded the Dubăsari Police Special Purpose Brigade, which fought with Transnistrian forces.
In recognition of his actions, Anton Gămurari was promoted by President Mircea Snegur to the rank of major general of police.
On December 5, 1991, by a government decision, the "Fulger" (In English: "Lightning") Special Purpose Police Brigade was formed.
After joining the reserve, General Anton Gămurari served as vice president of the National Union of War Veterans for Independence (UNVRI).