You're presuming that Alitin is planning to reimburse owners for the theft, I've not seen or read any such intention. The statement provided by the Alitin guys here is a deep, sincere apology and an admission that they've initiated an investigation on the matter and themselves.
JR has told me personally, that I would be refunded the "value of the coin" in bitcoin. bithalo has also been told the same.
I've been told the same as well. I also provided photo proof of coins held.