Let's Create a Novel Character

Start with someone you know, or know of. If it's someone from your life I suggest writing under a pseudonym.
Now, whom have I met recently? Well, we are in a pandemic so I don't exactly bump into new people often. I'm usually always at home. So I wonder...
Okay, I think I have something.
Last night I had to drive out at 1:30 in the morning. For nefarious reasons? I'll let you decide. Oh wait. No I won't. I don't want anyone thinking I was out spreading the virus. Okay it was a boring reason, but st...