Alan Wood, 48, who appeared via a video link to the Oakland County Jail, crossed his arms and cocked his head to the side as he was charged with first-degree murder, two counts of fraudulent use of Dailey’s bank card and larceny in a building. Both face sentences of mandatory life in prison if convicted.

The two had wandered the neighborhood seeking odd jobs, did leaf raking for Dailey and then returned to her house to rob her, Royal Oak police Det. Carl Baretto said. He said the two entered through unlocked doors, one barging in through the front door, the other through the side door at the same time.