An armed homeowner in a Seattle suburb warded off a burglary attempt early Thursday by firing multiple rounds through the door that the thieves were trying to kick down, police said.

Auburn police said the incident took place at about 2 a.m. Thursday when three masked, gun-toting suspects walked onto the victim’s patio and announced themselves as “Seattle Police.”

Home surveillance footage shared by authorities then showed the three suspects kicking and shouldering the door in an attempt to break in.

Multiple gunshots can be heard ringing out from the entryway as the homeowner opened fire on the would-be thieves.

The suspects quickly fled the area after coming under fire. No one was injured during the shooting.

Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact Auburn police at 253-288-7403.

• Matt Delaney can be reached at mdelaney@washingtontimes.com.