PALO ALTO – A man interrupted a burglary at his home over the weekend in Palo Alto, according to authorities.

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The incident was reported just before 8 p.m. Saturday at a residence in the 800 block of Southampton Drive, the Palo Alto Police Department said in a news release.

Police said the resident – identified as a man in his 20s – was awake in an upstairs bedroom when he saw a flashlight beam in the hallway and the door of the room begin to open.

The resident then heard a male voice shout “run,” followed by the sounds of footsteps going down the stairs and exiting the home, police said.

An investigation revealed the suspects had entered the residence by smashing a rear sliding glass door, police said. The suspects arrived and left in a black sport utility vehicle.

Nothing appeared to have been taken from the home, police said.

An investigation is underway into the burglary. Police said no similar crimes have occurred in Palo Alto recently.

Anyone with information related to the case can contact the police department at 650-329-2413. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call or text 650-383-8984 or email [email protected].