Final take: Chasing Samuel Kamau Wanjiru's millions

In an Aug. 24, 2008 file photo, Kenya's Samuel Kamau Wanjiru celebrates winning the gold during the men's marathon at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. [Courtesy]

Like the morning dew exposed to the harsh rays of the January sun, the millions melted.

There would be nocturnal bank withdrawals followed by fistfuls of millions of shillings dished out to adoring fans and conniving friends as well as total strangers.