There is no reason he would have actually taken the $3m, then redistributed it. Sure, you can make that assumption but it is the least likely event happening possible.
The story doesn't necessarily reflect reality. It is always safe to assume what you know is probably true rather than trust an author who's job is to write quick and get hits on their site.
Like I said, it is extremely unlikely he put the money in his bank account, then sent it to employees.
