Grotesque? The fund that pays these things out is getting way more than that back from this whistleblower's help (in fines, etc. paid out by the criminals).
Did you read the article? It explains the reason why the amount is so high.
Considering the account is 7 months old and it's commenting history... it's likely a kid or a troll behind the account.
Oh yea, I'm a troll because we disagree; that maybe I believe funds should be dispersed to victims of crime... Maybe it is time to grow up instead of living in an echo chamber of adolescent group-think.
Since your using a pseudonym it's impossible to prove either way. But this comment doesn't help your case.