The Houghton County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the theft of a box welder from a residence on Quincy Hill, just north of Hancock.

Police say it’s a black Eastwood 175 carry-type welder about the size of a large suitcase.

The welder has hoses attached and has a European plug power cord.

Police say it’s worth about $800.

If you have any information about it, the Sheriff’s Department is asking you to call them at (906) 482-0055.